aFe Control PFADT Steel Frame Solid Spherical Control Arm Bearings Set; Chevy Corvette C5 / C6 97-13

This aFe suspension component is the Control PFADT Steel Frame Solid Spherical Control Arm Bearings Set; Chevy Corvette C5 / C6 97-13 for 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. Verify drivetrain, trim, ride-height range, bar or spring rate, mounting points, wheel and tire clearance, alignment needs, and intended street or off-road use.

Key Features

• Material: steel construction for strength and corrosion resistance.
• Direct bolt-on using factory mounting points, no chassis modification required.
• Precision-machined for consistent, repeatable fitment.
• Schedule a four-wheel alignment at a qualified shop before regular driving.

Fitment

Specifications

What’s Included

One new aFe suspension arms & component in the exact configuration and quantity identified by this listing. Hardware, clamps, couplers, gaskets, sensors, wiring, fluids, calibration, and accessories are included only when expressly stated.

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Important Disclosures

• California Proposition 65 warning: this product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Control PFADT Steel Frame Solid Spherical Control Arm Bearings Set; Chevy Corvette C5 / C6 97-13 fit my suspension configuration (aFe 460-401001-A)?
Match drivetrain, trim, factory suspension, ride height, wheel and tire package, and any exclusions shown for this exact product.

Will an alignment be required?
An alignment is recommended whenever ride height or suspension geometry changes and may also be needed after replacing bars, arms, links, or mounts.

Does the kit change ride quality?
Ride and handling depend on rates, adjustment, bushings, tire setup, and installation. Use the settings recommended for the intended street or off-road use.

Should fasteners be rechecked after installation?
Yes. Torque fasteners at the specified suspension position, inspect clearance, and recheck hardware after the initial driving cycle.

Installation Instructions

1. Confirm aFe part number 460-401001-A, the complete vehicle or specification-based application, and all required supporting components.
2. Support the vehicle at approved points, record ride height and alignment condition, and compare every mount and component before disassembly.
3. Install hardware in the documented orientation and torque sequence, tightening pivot bushings at the specified ride position where required.
4. Verify full steering and suspension travel, wheel and tire clearance, alignment, and fastener torque before normal driving.