Energy Suspension 3.3176G Front Control Arm Bushings for 1997-12 Chevy Corvette

Vehicle Fitment

• 1997-2012 Chevrolet Corvette (C5 / early C6) (RWD, V8) - fitment confirmed through 2012; 2013+ unconfirmed
• 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR (RWD, V8) - fitment confirmed through 2009

Features

• Energy Hyper-Flex polyurethane construction for enhanced durability
• Graphite (black) material variant (versus red in other versions) :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Full-floating, nonbinding bushing design for smoother articulation :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Maintains correct alignment under dynamic suspension loads :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Improves steering precision and control response :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Resistant to oil, grease, road salts, UV, ozone degradation (typical for Hyper-Flex materials)
• Longer service life compared to rubber bushings
• Allows reuse of existing metal hardware (no need for new pressed sleeves) :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Specifications

• Material: Hyper-Flex polyurethane (graphite / black variant) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Position: Front control arm bushings (left & right) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Part Number: 3.3176G (graphite / black) :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Color / Variant: Graphite / black (vs 3.3176R = red) :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Compatibility: Fits stock control arms without modification :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Hardware: Uses existing metal shells / sleeves - must reuse OEM hardware :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Included Components

• 2x polyurethane control arm bushings (left & right front)
• 2x internal sleeves (if included with kit) - reuse OEM sleeves if not provided
• Installation instructions (typical, if supplied)

Product Description

The **Energy Suspension 3.3176G Front Control Arm Bushing Set** is designed for high-performance and durability enhancement on Chevrolet Corvette (1997-2012) and Cadillac XLR (2004-2009) front suspensions. This kit replaces the factory rubber control arm bushings with graphite (black) Hyper-Flex polyurethane, offering improved resistance to deformation under load, better alignment retention, and a longer service life under harsh driving conditions.

Because it's a full-floating, nonbinding design, the 3.3176G insert fits into the stock control arms without need for custom pressing beyond standard tools. The kit is engineered to reuse your existing hardware (sleeves, metal components) wherever applicable, minimizing additional parts. No modification or trimming is typically required. Fitment is confirmed through the listed model years - 2013 and beyond are **unconfirmed** at present.

Installers should take care to torque all control arm bolts to factory specs. This upgrade is ideal for Corvette or XLR owners seeking sharper handling, reduced suspension deflection, and improved steering feel with a long-lasting bushing solution.