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Skip The Press Tools And Bolt In A Complete Front Lower Arm
Removing and replacing worn bushings and ball joints on a factory control arm often means fighting corroded press-fit hardware and risking damage to the arm itself. The Whiteline WA386L front lower radius arm eliminates that hassle entirely, arriving fully assembled with Whiteline's market-leading synthetic elastomer bushings and a premium quality ball joint already installed.
Key Features
- Complete front lower radius arm, ready to bolt in with no pressing required
- Fitted with Whiteline's market-leading synthetic elastomer bushings
- Includes a premium quality ball joint for a true drop-in replacement
- Left side specific fitment for correct geometry and alignment
- Eliminates the risk of damaging the arm during bushing removal
- Direct OE-location replacement for the factory lower radius arm
Fitment Table
| Year Range | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008-2009 | Pontiac | G8 |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | WA386L |
| Brand | Whiteline |
| Position | Front Lower Radius Arm, Left Side |
| Bushing Material | Synthetic Elastomer |
| Kit Contents | 1 Complete Arm with Ball Joint |
| UPC | Not published by manufacturer |
| Warranty | Whiteline Lifetime Limited Warranty |
What's Included
- 1 complete left front lower radius arm with pre-installed bushings and ball joint
- Whiteline installation instructions
About Whiteline
Whiteline builds complete replacement control arms so enthusiasts and technicians can skip the time and stress of pressing bushings and ball joints into a worn arm. The WA386L pairs Whiteline's own synthetic elastomer bushings with a premium ball joint for a straightforward bolt-in upgrade on the Pontiac G8.
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FAQ
What is the WA386L?The WA386L is a complete Whiteline front lower radius arm for the left side of the Pontiac G8, pre-fitted with synthetic elastomer bushings and a premium ball joint.
Does this include the ball joint?Yes, a premium quality ball joint is already installed in the arm, so there is no separate ball joint press job required.
Is this arm left side or right side specific?The WA386L is the left side arm. A separate right side arm is available for the passenger side.
Why buy a complete arm instead of just replacement bushings?A complete arm avoids the time, tooling, and risk of damage involved in pressing old bushings and ball joints out of a worn factory arm.
Which Pontiac G8 model years does this fit?This arm fits the 2008-2009 Pontiac G8, covering the vehicle's full production run.
Will this arm affect my alignment settings?Installing this arm restores factory geometry, so a standard alignment check after installation is recommended, as with any suspension component replacement.
Is a warranty included?Yes, the WA386L is covered by Whiteline's lifetime limited warranty against manufacturing defects.
Can this arm be installed with basic hand tools?Yes, since the arm arrives fully assembled, installation only requires standard hand tools to unbolt the old arm and bolt in the new one.
Install Instructions
- Raise and support the front of the vehicle safely, then remove the left front wheel.
- Support the lower control arm and remove the ball joint retaining hardware from the steering knuckle.
- Remove the mounting bolts securing the factory lower radius arm to the subframe.
- Remove the worn factory arm and position the new Whiteline WA386L arm in its place.
- Install and torque all mounting hardware and the ball joint retaining hardware to factory specification.
- Reinstall the wheel, lower the vehicle, and have the alignment checked and adjusted.
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