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Mevotech GK8481 Suspension Control Arm Shaft Kit - Front Upper
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Fitment: Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury, Bobcat, Capri, Colony Park, Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Fairmont, Grand Marquis, LN7, LTD, Lynx, Mark VI, Marquis, Monarch, Sable, Thunderbird, Topaz, Town Car, Tracer, and Zephyr
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Overview of Mevotech Suspension Control Arm Shaft Kit GK8481
The Mevotech Suspension Control Arm Shaft Kit GK8481 is designed for reliable suspension performance on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. This control arm shaft kit provides precise fitment for models such as the Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Thunderbird, ensuring proper suspension alignment and stability.
- Shaft length: 16.06 inches for accurate suspension geometry
- Non-adjustable design for consistent performance
- Bolt hole diameter: 0.57 inches for secure mounting
- Paint finish to resist corrosion and wear
- Shaft thread size: 5/8 x 18 for compatibility with factory hardware
- Width: 0.83 inches for proper fit within suspension assembly
Detailed Product Description
The Mevotech GK8481 suspension control arm shaft kit is engineered to meet the specifications required by various Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models including the Bobcat, Capri, Colony Park, Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Fairmont, Grand Marquis, LN7, LTD, Lynx, Mark VI, Marquis, Monarch, Sable, Thunderbird, Topaz, Town Car, Tracer, and Zephyr. The shaft length of 16.06 inches ensures the control arm maintains correct positioning, while the 0.57-inch bolt hole diameter and 5/8 x 18 thread size provide secure attachment points compatible with original equipment. The painted finish offers protection against rust and environmental damage, extending the service life of the component. This shaft is not adjustable, which maintains factory suspension settings and alignment integrity.
Common Applications and Problem Resolution
- Restores proper suspension control arm alignment on Ford Crown Victoria and Lincoln Town Car
- Replaces worn or damaged control arm shafts on Mercury Marquis and Cougar models
- Eliminates excessive play or noise caused by shaft wear in Thunderbird and Grand Marquis suspensions
- Addresses suspension instability and uneven tire wear in Capri and Colony Park vehicles
- Supports suspension rebuilds requiring precise shaft dimensions and thread compatibility
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Mevotech GK8481 control arm shaft kit, ensure the shaft length and bolt hole diameter match the original equipment specifications for your vehicle model. Use appropriate torque settings for the 5/8 x 18 threaded fasteners to maintain secure mounting without over-tightening. The painted finish should be inspected for any damage prior to installation to prevent premature corrosion. This shaft is designed for direct replacement and does not require adjustment during installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Mevotech manufactures the GK8481 suspension control arm shaft kit to meet or exceed OEM standards for durability and fitment. The painted finish provides corrosion resistance to extend component life. While specific warranty details are not provided, Mevotech products typically undergo rigorous quality control to ensure reliable performance on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles.
| Brand | Mevotech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | GK8481 |
| Shaft Length | 16.06 |
| Adjustable | No |
| Bolt Hole Diameter | 0.57 |
| Finish | Paint |
| Shaft Thread Size | 5/8 x 18 |
| Width | 0.83 |
This part fits 165 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | # Doors | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Ford | Crown Victoria | S | Front Upper | ||||
| 1994 | Ford | Crown Victoria | LX | Front Upper | ||||
| 1994 | Ford | Crown Victoria | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1994 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1994 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1994 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Ford | Crown Victoria | S | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Ford | Crown Victoria | LX | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Ford | Crown Victoria | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Ford | Thunderbird | LX | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Ford | Thunderbird | Super Coupe | Coupe | 2 Door | Front Upper | ||
| 1993 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Capri | XR2 | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Capri | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Cougar | XR-7 | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Sable | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Sable | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Topaz | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1993 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | |||||
| 1992 | Ford | Crown Victoria | S | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Ford | Crown Victoria | LX | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Ford | Crown Victoria | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Ford | Thunderbird | LX | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Ford | Thunderbird | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Ford | Thunderbird | Super Coupe | Coupe | 2 Door | Front Upper | ||
| 1992 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Capri | XR2 | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Capri | Base | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Cougar | XR-7 | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Cougar | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Sable | LS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Sable | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Topaz | XR5 | FWD | Front Upper | |||
| 1992 | Mercury | Topaz | LTS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Topaz | GS | Front Upper | ||||
| 1992 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | |||||
| 1991 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1991 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1990 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1990 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1989 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1988 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Colony Park | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1987 | Mercury | Tracer | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Sable | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1986 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1985 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1984 | Mercury | Topaz | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Lincoln | Mark VI | Front Upper | |||||
| 1983 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | LN7 | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1983 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Lincoln | Mark VI | Front Upper | |||||
| 1982 | Lincoln | Town Car | Front Upper | |||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | LN7 | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Lincoln | Mark VI | Front Upper | |||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Lynx | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1981 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Lincoln | Continental | Front Upper | |||||
| 1980 | Lincoln | Mark VI | Front Upper | |||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Bobcat | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Monarch | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1980 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Ford | LTD | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Bobcat | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Capri | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Monarch | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering | ||||
| 1979 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Upper | with Threaded Bushings; Except Heavy Duty Steering |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
28055395951033D9AZ3047AFA9018IK8481K8481
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.