{"title":"Porsche 911 - 996","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"billet-rear-wishbone-with-polyurethane-bushes-i-porsche-996-997","title":"Billet Rear Wishbone with Polyurethane Bushes I Porsche 996 \/ 997","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe G54 Billet Rear Wishbone with Powerflex Polyurethane Bushes is a direct replacement and performance upgrade for the original rubber bushed rear suspension arm fitted to Porsche 996 and 997 models. \u003cstrong\u003eSold as a pair.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePrecision machined from billet aluminium and supplied with proven Powerflex polyurethane bushes, the G54 rear wishbone combines increased component rigidity, more controlled suspension movement and long term durability with straightforward installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is an upgrade designed to retain the fundamental suspension layout Porsche engineered into the car while improving one of the areas where age, mileage and compliant factory rubber can begin to compromise precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eA Direct Replacement and Meaningful Upgrade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe standard Porsche rear wishbone relies on rubber bushes to isolate noise and vibration while allowing controlled movement within the suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor a road car this provides refinement, but rubber inevitably introduces compliance. As the suspension is loaded during acceleration, braking and cornering, the bushes can deform, allowing small changes in the position of the suspension arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs original components age, this movement can increase further as the rubber softens, cracks or deteriorates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe G54 billet rear wishbone replaces the original component while introducing a more rigid billet arm and Powerflex polyurethane bushes, providing a more controlled connection between the suspension and chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is an ideal replacement for worn original arms and a worthwhile upgrade even where the existing components remain serviceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMore Consistent Rear Suspension Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSuspension geometry is only as accurate as the components locating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReducing unwanted movement within the rear wishbone bushes helps maintain more consistent wheel position as loads increase. This can give the rear of the car a more precise and predictable response, particularly during harder cornering and rapid changes in load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe benefits can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• More consistent rear suspension geometry under load\u003cbr\u003e• Improved response during cornering and direction changes\u003cbr\u003e• A more connected feel between the rear axle and chassis\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced unwanted movement compared with compliant or worn rubber bushes\u003cbr\u003e• Improved feedback from the rear suspension\u003cbr\u003e• A more precise platform for performance suspension and geometry setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the Porsche 996 and 997, where chassis balance and driver feedback are such an important part of the driving experience, reducing unnecessary suspension compliance can make a meaningful difference without fundamentally changing the character of the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePowerflex Polyurethane Bushes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRather than developing an unproven proprietary bush, G54 uses Powerflex polyurethane bushes, combining the billet wishbone with bush technology from one of the most established names in performance suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePolyurethane offers greater resistance to deformation than conventional rubber, helping control the position of the suspension arm more accurately when the chassis is subjected to braking, acceleration and cornering forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt also provides an excellent solution for older Porsche models where original rubber bushes may have deteriorated through age, heat and repeated loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompared with replacing the complete arm with another standard rubber bushed component, the G54 and Powerflex combination provides a more performance focused solution designed for drivers looking for greater precision and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhy Billet Aluminium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe wishbone itself is precision CNC machined from billet aluminium, allowing G54 to control the geometry and distribution of material throughout the component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBillet manufacture makes it possible to create a highly rigid component while machining material away where it does not contribute towards the required strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis approach provides several advantages for a suspension component:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• High component rigidity\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent dimensional accuracy\u003cbr\u003e• Precise bush and mounting locations\u003cbr\u003e• Efficient use of material\u003cbr\u003e• Low weight relative to component strength\u003cbr\u003e• Consistent manufacture from part to part\u003cbr\u003e• A premium machined finish appropriate to the Porsche platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnlike a simple pressed or fabricated component, the billet construction allows the wishbone itself to become part of the suspension upgrade rather than simply acting as a carrier for improved bushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDesigned to Replace Ageing Original Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMany Porsche 996 and 997 models are now at an age where deterioration of original suspension bushes is becoming increasingly relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWorn bushes can contribute towards vague handling, unwanted rear suspension movement, inconsistent geometry and difficulty maintaining the precise chassis behaviour expected from a Porsche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eReplacing the complete wishbone provides the opportunity to renew this part of the suspension while upgrading it at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe G54 assembly arrives with Powerflex polyurethane bushes, removing the need to source separate bushes and press them into ageing original arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis makes the product particularly attractive during a wider suspension refresh, geometry setup or chassis restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eStraightforward Fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe G54 rear wishbone has been developed as a replacement for the original component, making installation straightforward for a competent technician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThere is no requirement to modify an original arm or remove and install replacement bushes separately. The billet wishbone and Powerflex bush combination provides a complete engineered solution ready to install in place of the standard rubber bushed component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor owners already undertaking suspension work on a Porsche 996 or 997, it provides an opportunity to replace an ageing component with something stronger, more precise and better suited to enthusiastic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA full wheel alignment is recommended following replacement of suspension arms or other components that can influence suspension geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEngineering Worth Seeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSuspension arms spend most of their lives hidden beneath the car, but that does not mean their design or finish should be treated as an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe machined billet construction gives the G54 wishbone a clean, purposeful appearance while reflecting the same philosophy applied throughout the G54 range: remove unnecessary complexity, improve function and manufacture the component properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result is a Porsche rear suspension upgrade that combines precision machining, proven polyurethane bush technology and straightforward fitment in a component designed to improve both the condition and performance of the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Suitable for applicable Porsche 996 and Porsche 997 models\u003cbr\u003e• Direct replacement for the standard rear wishbone\u003cbr\u003e• Precision CNC machined billet aluminium construction\u003cbr\u003e• Supplied with Powerflex polyurethane bushes\u003cbr\u003e• Replaces ageing or worn factory rubber bushed components\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced bush compliance compared with conventional rubber\u003cbr\u003e• Helps maintain more consistent suspension geometry under load\u003cbr\u003e• Can improve rear axle response and chassis precision\u003cbr\u003e• More controlled suspension movement during acceleration, braking and cornering\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent upgrade during a Porsche 996 or 997 suspension refresh\u003cbr\u003e• Complete arm and bush solution removes the need to press bushes into original wishbones\u003cbr\u003e• Straightforward installation for a competent technician\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for road, fast road and performance focused Porsche builds\u003cbr\u003e• Combines functional engineering with a premium billet finish\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G54","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57178469597510,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9281\/9270\/files\/G54_Billet_Wishbone_for_Porsche_996_997.png?v=1787754364"}],"url":"https:\/\/g54.uk\/collections\/porsche-911-996.oembed","provider":"G54","version":"1.0","type":"link"}