Description
SPL Parts Outer Tie Rod Ends (Rear) - Chevrolet Corvette (C5) 97-03 / Corvette (C6) 04-13 is a chassis-specific suspension upgrade engineered for drivers who want more precise geometry control from Chevrolet Corvette (C5) 97-03 / Corvette (C6) 04-13. SPL Parts is a U.S.-based performance-suspension specialist that develops motorsport-oriented chassis hardware for precise alignment, low compliance, and repeatable setup changes.
This adjustable tie-rod solution is intended to correct steering-link geometry by relocating the outer pivot after ride-height or suspension-geometry changes. Properly setting tie-rod height helps reduce unwanted toe change through bump and rebound, improving steering linearity and stability as the suspension moves. For a lowered or track-prepared chassis, that extra bump-steer control can make turn-in more predictable, reduce mid-corner steering corrections, and help the front tires maintain a more consistent slip angle over uneven pavement and curbing.
Why it matters: On this application, the goal is to keep the tire and upright closer to the intended alignment as loads rise, giving the driver a more repeatable platform for braking, turn-in, mid-corner balance, and power application. Final toe and bump-steer settings should be established during a professional alignment with the vehicle at its intended ride height.
When combined with quality dampers and tires, precise suspension links help make chassis tuning changes easier to feel, measure, and reproduce.