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Moog K8289 Suspension Control Arm Bushing Kit - Front Lower Rearward
Reliable Suspension Control Arm Bushing Kit for Ford and Mercury
The Moog K8289 Suspension Control Arm Bushing Kit is engineered to restore precise suspension performance for select Ford and Mercury vehicles. Designed with durable steel clad rubber, this kit ensures a secure fit and long-lasting operation for models like the Mustang, Cougar, and Thunderbird.
- Includes 2 steel clad rubber control arm bushings
- Press-in attachment method for secure installation
- Inner diameter of 0.640 inches for accurate fitment
- Outer diameter measures 1.970 inches for proper alignment
- Length of each bushing is 3.200 inches
- Meets or exceeds original equipment manufacturer specifications
- Compatible with Ford and Mercury models including Capri, Fairmont, LTD, Marquis, Mustang, Thunderbird, and Zephyr
Durable Design and Precise Fitment
The Moog K8289 control arm bushing kit features steel clad rubber construction that balances flexibility and strength, reducing suspension noise and vibration. The press-in attachment method allows for a secure and stable fit without the need for additional hardware or dust boots. Each bushing is designed with a 0.640-inch inner diameter and a 1.970-inch outer diameter, ensuring compatibility with the suspension components of Ford and Mercury vehicles such as the Mustang and Cougar. This kit meets or exceeds OE manufacturer specs, providing reliable performance and durability under normal driving conditions.
Applications and Common Suspension Issues Addressed
- Reduces suspension noise and vibration caused by worn bushings
- Restores proper control arm alignment and handling
- Eliminates excessive play or looseness in suspension components
- Improves ride comfort and vehicle stability
- Prevents premature wear of related suspension parts
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Moog K8289 control arm bushing kit requires pressing the bushings into the control arms using appropriate tools. Since the kit does not include dust boots or hardware, ensure existing components are inspected and replaced if necessary. Proper lubrication during installation can facilitate the press-in process and prevent damage to the bushings. It is recommended to verify fitment compatibility with your specific Ford or Mercury model before installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Moog control arm bushings are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, ensuring dependable performance and durability. The K8289 kit undergoes rigorous quality control to maintain consistent standards. While specific warranty details may vary, Moog typically offers coverage against defects in materials and workmanship to support customer confidence in their suspension components.
| Brand | Moog |
|---|---|
| Part Number | K8289 |
| Attachment Method | Press In |
| Includes Dust Boots | No |
| Includes Hardware | No |
| Inner Diameter (Inch) | 0.640 |
| Inner Diameter Bushing 1 (Inch) | 0.640 |
| Length Bushing 1 (Inch) | 3.200 |
| Material | Steel Clad Rubber |
| Meets/Exceeds OE Manufacturer Specs | Yes |
| Outer Diameter (Inch) | 1.970 |
| Part Description | Control Arm Bushing |
This part fits 65 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1992 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1991 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1990 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1989 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1988 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1987 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1986 | Ford | LTD | Brougham | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1986 | Ford | LTD | Base | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1986 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1986 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1986 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1986 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1986 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1986 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | LX Brougham | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | Brougham | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | Base | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1985 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1985 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1985 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1985 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1985 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1985 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1984 | Ford | LTD | Brougham | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1984 | Ford | LTD | Base | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1984 | Ford | Mustang | GT | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1984 | Ford | Mustang | L | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1984 | Ford | Mustang | LX | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1984 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1984 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1984 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1984 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1983 | Ford | LTD | Base | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. |
| 1983 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1983 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1983 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1983 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1983 | Mercury | Marquis | Front Lower Rearward | Front and rear suspension control arm bushing kit with standard design. | |
| 1983 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1981 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Mercury | Cougar | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1980 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1979 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1979 | Ford | Mustang | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1979 | Mercury | Capri | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1979 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1978 | Ford | Fairmont | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front Lower Rearward | Except Handling Package; with 1.970 (in) Outside Diameter; Standard Design; Kit Contains FRONT AND REAR BUSHING |
* 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:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.