1963-1982 C2-C3 Upper LH Control Arm - Rebuilt OE Core 3820481 - OEM Number(s) (3820481)
Restore proper suspension geometry and driving confidence with this rebuilt OE left-hand upper control arm for your 1963–1982 Corvette. Sourced from original GM cores and fully remanufactured by Corvette restoration experts, this control arm is the correct choice for owners who want period-correct fit, finish, and performance.
Each control arm is disassembled, inspected for fatigue or structural damage, and media-blasted for a clean foundation. The original pivot shaft is retained, while the rubber bushings and hardware are replaced with new OE-style parts. The arm is then repainted in semi-gloss black, restoring the proper undercarriage appearance. Ball joint is sold separately to accommodate your build preferences.
Features
• Fits 1963–1967, 1968–1982 Corvettes
• Remanufactured from Genuine GM Core – LH Side
• Includes New Rubber Bushings
• OE-Style Inner Pivot Shaft and Hardware
• Semi-Gloss Black Refinish
• Ball Joint Sold Separately
Tech Notes
• Direct replacement for GM part number 3820481
• Ball joint not included; available separately
Because Details Matter
If you're restoring your Corvette's ride and handling, choosing a rebuilt OE arm like this provides the balance of original fit and long-lasting reliability. It's the smarter choice over low-grade aftermarket units.
Factory Fit. Function Restored. Confidence Rebuilt.
This MAM Restoration Services part is a fully rebuilt, OE-based original—restored to factory specifications or better. You’re receiving a complete, ready-to-install component that’s already been professionally disassembled, cleaned, inspected, rebuilt, and tested. No core return required. No extra steps. Just the part you need, done the right way—with the performance and trust you’d expect from Mid America Motorworks.
Rebuilt OE Component Note
These rebuilt parts are performed by Corvette restoration specialists, firms with decades of hands-on experience and thousands of successful rebuilds behind them. Components are carefully disassembled, stripped, inspected, and renewed with correct materials—replacing bushings, refinishing critical surfaces, and reassembling to meet OE-level function and appearance. These restorations preserve factory integrity and performance.
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