Mevotech MK8278 Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Front Upper

Mevotech MK8278 Suspension Control Arm Bushing

Mevotech MK8278 is a suspension control arm bushing built with natural rubber and a steel outer shell for front upper suspension service. It is specified for classic Ford, Mercury, and Mustang-era applications where precise bushing dimensions matter for control arm location and suspension movement.

Key Features

• Natural rubber construction for controlled suspension compliance
• Steel outer shell for secure seating in the control arm
• Inside diameter: 0.588 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.253 in.
• Front upper suspension position
• Mevotech part number MK8278

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1967-1973 Ford Mustang, Front Upper
• Fits 1967-1973 Mercury Cougar, Front Upper
• Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Montego, Front Upper

Detailed Description

This suspension control arm bushing is a direct-fit service part for front upper control arm applications on 1967-1973 Ford Mustang, 1967-1973 Mercury Cougar, and 1968-1971 Mercury Montego models. Mevotech MK8278 uses natural rubber to help isolate road vibration while the steel outer diameter provides the structural support needed for proper bushing retention. The listed dimensions, including a 0.588-inch inside diameter and 1.253-inch outside diameter, are important for matching the control arm and pivot hardware used in these vehicles. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK8278 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Worn or cracked front upper control arm bushings
• Excess suspension play at the control arm pivot
• Road vibration transferred into the chassis
• Uneven suspension articulation caused by deteriorated rubber
• Clunking or looseness from bushing wear in classic Ford and Mercury front suspension systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify control arm bore size, pivot hardware, and bushing orientation before installation. Because this is a front upper suspension bushing, proper press-in fitment and alignment are important for correct suspension geometry. Confirm the application against the vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before service.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech supplies suspension service parts for OE-style repair applications, and MK8278 is built to match the listed dimensions and material specifications for the intended fitment.