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Mevotech GK8083 Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Front Upper
| Brand | Mevotech GK8083 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Upper |
| Color | Black |
| Inside Diameter | 0.75 |
| Length | 5.85 |
| Material | Natural Rubber |
| Outside Diameter | 1.4 |
| Fits | Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 33 vehicles |
Natural rubber construction. Delivers flexible cushioning and helps isolate vibration.
Control arm bushing. Restores smooth, controlled suspension movement.
Cross-references Centric Parts 602.65028, Delphi TD4904W and Gates 12264 for the same application. See all 15.
Mevotech GK8083 Suspension Control Arm Bushing
Mevotech GK8083 is a natural rubber suspension control arm bushing for front upper applications on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is built for classic chassis service where correct bushing dimensions and rubber compliance matter for steering feel and suspension alignment.
Compatible with 1965-1972 Ford LTD, 1967-1972 Ford Thunderbird, 1969-1972 Lincoln Continental, and 1965-1972 Mercury Colony Park applications in front upper positions, with notes for non-heavy-duty suspension configurations on certain years.
Key Features
- Natural rubber construction for OE-style suspension isolation
- Black finish
- Inside diameter: 0.75 in.
- Outside diameter: 1.4 in.
- Length: 5.85 in.
- Front upper control arm bushing application
- Mevotech GK8083 part number for catalog matching and service lookup
Application Details
This suspension control arm bushing is used in front upper control arm locations on classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury platforms. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8083 for the same application. The Mevotech GK8083 is also listed with interchange references including Centric Parts 602.65028 and Delphi TD4904W.
- Fits 1972 Ford LTD, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension; to 03/14/1972
- Fits 1972 Ford Thunderbird, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension; to 03/14/1972
- Fits 1972 Lincoln Continental, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension; to 03/14/1972
- Fits 1965-1972 Mercury Colony Park, Front Upper
- Fits 1972 Mercury Marquis, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension; to 03/14/1972
- Fits 1972 Mercury Montego, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension; to 03/14/1972
- Fits 1967-1971 Ford LTD, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension
- Fits 1967-1971 Ford Thunderbird, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension
- Fits 1970-1971 Lincoln Continental, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension
- Fits 1967-1971 Mercury Marquis, Front Upper, except heavy duty suspension
- Fits 1969 Lincoln Continental, Front Upper
- Fits 1965-1966 Ford LTD, Front Upper
What It Helps Address
- Excessive play in the front upper control arm
- Suspension noise from worn rubber bushings
- Loose or inconsistent steering response
- Alignment instability caused by deteriorated bushing material
- Vibration transfer through the front suspension
Installation Notes
Verify the vehicle’s suspension package before ordering, since several listings exclude heavy duty suspension and some 1972 applications are limited to production through 03/14/1972. Confirm the control arm position, dimensions, and OE-style bushing match before installation. For classic Ford LTD and Thunderbird service, as well as Lincoln Continental and Mercury Marquis applications, matching the exact front upper fitment is important for proper suspension geometry.
Quality Assurance
Mevotech supplies suspension components for service replacement applications, and this bushing is specified with measured dimensions to support accurate parts matching. Use the part number GK8083 and the vehicle fitment details to confirm the correct application before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension; To 03/14/1972 |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension; To 03/14/1972 |
| 1972 | Lincoln | Continental | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension; To 03/14/1972 |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension; To 03/14/1972 |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension; To 03/14/1972 |
| 1971 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1971 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1971 | Lincoln | Continental | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1971 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1971 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1970 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1970 | Lincoln | Continental | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1970 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1969 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1969 | Lincoln | Continental | Front Upper | — |
| 1969 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1969 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1968 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1968 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1968 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1967 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1967 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1967 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | Except Heavy Duty Suspension |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | — |
| 1966 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | — |
| 1965 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | — |
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