{"product_id":"whiteline-w83172-front-caster-correction-bushing-pontiac-g8-gto","title":"Whiteline Plus 8\/06-8\/09 Pontiac G8 \/ 04-06 GTO Front Caster Correction Control Arm Front Lower Inne","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDial In Cornering Grip And Straight-Line Stability On Your Zeta Platform Car\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory front suspension geometry on the GM Zeta platform leaves cornering grip and straight-line stability on the table. The Whiteline W83172 front caster correction control arm bushing increases static caster and dynamic negative camber gain, sharpening turn-in and reducing tramlining while Whiteline's synthetic elastomer bushings improve steering feedback and braking response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases static caster for sharper steering feel and better high-speed stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves dynamic negative camber gain for stronger cornering grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic elastomer bushings improve steering feedback and braking performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in replacement for the front lower inner control arm bushing position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW83172 is engineered specifically for the GM Zeta and GTO platform front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\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\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2008-2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePontiac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePontiac\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTO\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 Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW83172\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Lower Inner Control Arm, Caster Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBushing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic Elastomer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline Lifetime Limited Warranty\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 inner control arm caster correction bushing kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiteline installation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline is an Australian-engineered suspension brand that designs caster and camber correction bushings to unlock performance hiding in factory suspension geometry. The W83172 uses Whiteline's synthetic elastomer formulation to give Pontiac G8 and GTO owners sharper handling and more predictable cornering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts on Our Site\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiteline\"\u003eShop more Whiteline suspension parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eBrowse our full suspension collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the W83172?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe W83172 is a Whiteline front lower inner control arm caster correction bushing made from synthetic elastomer for the Pontiac G8 and GTO. It increases static caster and dynamic negative camber gain for improved cornering grip and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does increasing caster do for handling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased caster improves straight-line stability, steering self-centering, and cornering grip, especially at higher speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bushing improve braking performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the firmer synthetic elastomer bushing reduces suspension deflection under braking, which improves overall braking feel and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt-in replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it installs at the factory front lower inner control arm bushing location with no cutting or modification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit both the Pontiac G8 and GTO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this bushing fits the 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 and the 2004-2006 Pontiac GTO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bushing suitable for daily driving or only track use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe synthetic elastomer compound is designed to perform well in both daily street driving and more demanding track applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit include a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is covered by Whiteline's lifetime limited warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional installation is recommended, as the front control arm must be removed and the bushing pressed into place with proper tooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and support the front of the vehicle safely, then remove the front wheel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the front lower control arm and remove the mounting hardware at the inner position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the control arm and press out the worn factory bushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress in the new Whiteline caster correction bushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the control arm and torque all hardware to factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, and have the alignment checked and adjusted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46250025517135,"sku":"WHLW83172","price":153.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/WHLW83172-1_b177eeb9-5f2b-4d60-8c67-1964db46e65d.webp?v=1785271152","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-w83172-front-caster-correction-bushing-pontiac-g8-gto","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}