{"product_id":"whiteline-kca499-front-bushing-vw-golf-gti-r-mk7","title":"Whiteline 2014+ VW Golf\/GTI\/R MK7 Front Lower Control Arm Inner Rear Bushing","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCorrect Anti-Lift Geometry On Your MK7 Golf Platform Car\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VW Golf, GTI, and Golf R MK7 platform uses a front lower control arm with a compliant inner rear bushing that limits anti-lift geometry correction under hard acceleration and braking. This Whiteline KCA499 double offset bushing kit firms up that mounting point to sharpen steering feedback and reduce unwanted suspension movement during hard driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble offset bushing design corrects anti-lift geometry at the front lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves steering feedback and reduces bushing deflection under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic elastomer construction resists wear better than the factory rubber bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves braking performance and reduces under load alignment change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt in replacement at the factory inner rear mounting point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKCA499 is engineered specifically for the MK7 platform front lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolf R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutobahn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKCA499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9319924465651\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront, Inner Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower Control Arm Bushing Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBenefit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-Lift Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble Offset Bushings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lower control arm inner rear double offset bushing kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired hardware for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline designs and manufactures suspension components engineered to sharpen handling while preserving daily drivability. Their caster and camber correction kits, control arms, and bushing sets use proprietary synthetic elastomers and precision engineered geometry to correct factory suspension compliance and unlock more consistent, predictable handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KCA499?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KCA499 is a Whiteline front lower control arm inner rear bushing kit for the MK7 platform VW Golf, GTI, and Golf R that corrects anti-lift geometry using a double offset design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does anti-lift geometry correction do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt reduces unwanted suspension movement under hard acceleration and braking, improving chassis composure and steering feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need an alignment after installing this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a front end alignment check is recommended after installation to confirm all settings remain within specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this kit compatible with lowering springs or coilovers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this bushing kit is commonly installed alongside lowering springs or coilovers as part of a broader front suspension refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this kit myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, most installers with basic hand tools and a press or bushing tool can complete this swap in a home garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit include the entire control arm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, this kit includes only the replacement inner rear bushing for the factory front lower control arm, not the arm itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this bushing wear out like the factory rubber bushing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhiteline's synthetic elastomer compound is formulated to resist wear and retain its properties longer than the factory rubber bushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this kit for the front or rear suspension?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is for the front lower control arm inner rear mounting position only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the front of the vehicle on jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the front lower control arm from its inner rear chassis mounting point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress out the factory bushing from the control arm mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new Whiteline double offset bushing into the mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the control arm and torque all fasteners to factory specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and have a professional alignment check performed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46249996058703,"sku":"WHLKCA499","price":34.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/whlkca499-1_4aa1ed1e-31cb-4105-ae32-2a2f626f26ff.webp?v=1785251083","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-kca499-front-bushing-vw-golf-gti-r-mk7","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}