Description
aFe CONTROL Rear Strut Brace – 2020–2023 Chevrolet Corvette (C8) 6.2L V8 increase local chassis rigidity across the strut-tower area and sharpen the structural response between suspension pickup regions. This listing is built around aFe POWER part number 450-401016-H for the 2020–2023 Chevrolet Corvette (C8) 6.2L V8.
A strut brace ties the towers together so loads are shared across a more rigid path. The effect is chassis-specific and should be viewed as a structural-support modification rather than a spring-rate change.
What This Means on the Car
The benefit is generally most apparent in steering response and consistency rather than a dramatic change in steady-state grip.
Fitment & Part Numbers
Application: 2020–2023 Chevrolet Corvette (C8) 6.2L V8
aFe POWER part number: 450-401016-H
Fitment can differ by engine, drivetrain, trim, factory equipment, emissions configuration and production date. Match the part number above to the vehicle before installation; where aFe publishes SKU-specific installation or emissions requirements, those requirements take precedence.
Legacy Racing Enthusiast Perspective
We like braces as a finishing chassis modification after tires, alignment and primary suspension components are sorted. On the 2020–2023 Chevrolet Corvette (C8) 6.2L V8, we would make the purchase decision around the limitation this component addresses and how it fits with the car's current and planned modifications.