CorteX Xtreme-Grip Watts Link System, Track (CWL-40-2000) - 2005-2014 Ford Mustang
Improve rear axle control and handling consistency on your 2005-2014 Ford Mustang with the CorteX Racing Xtreme-Grip Track Watts Link System. Designed to replace the factory-style panhard bar arrangement on solid rear axle Mustangs, this system keeps the rear axle more consistently centered as the suspension moves through its travel and helps the car behave more symmetrically in left and right-hand corners.
The Track version uses spherical bearings at all pivot points to minimize friction and deflection for the most precise rear suspension response possible. With four available center pivot positions, the rear roll center can be adjusted to fine-tune rear roll stiffness and help balance front-to-rear grip for different track conditions and handling preferences.
Features
- Designed for 2005-2014 Ford Mustang solid rear axle applications
- Replaces the factory-style panhard bar setup
- Helps keep the rear axle centered throughout suspension travel
- Provides more symmetrical handling in left and right-hand corners
- Track version uses spherical bearings at all pivot points
- Minimizes friction and unwanted suspension deflection
- Four adjustable center pivot positions
- Allows rear roll center and roll stiffness adjustment
- Helps fine-tune front-to-rear chassis balance
- Lightweight and durable construction
- Fast rear roll center adjustment
- Designed to pair well with CorteX coilover systems
- Compatible with the optional CorteX adjustable front anti-roll bar, part number ARB-40-1000-F
Why Upgrade to a Watts Link?
A panhard bar controls lateral axle movement but also moves the rear axle through an arc as the suspension compresses and rebounds. This can shift the axle from side to side throughout suspension travel. A Watts linkage more closely approximates straight vertical axle movement by using a central pivot point, helping maintain more consistent axle positioning.
This design promotes more balanced and predictable handling, particularly when transitioning between left and right-hand corners during aggressive driving or track use.
Adjustable Rear Roll Center
The CorteX system provides four possible center pivot positions. Raising or lowering the pivot changes the effective rear roll center and alters rear suspension roll stiffness. This gives drivers another tuning tool for balancing front and rear grip and refining chassis behavior for different tracks and vehicle setups.
Track Configuration
The CWL-40-2000 Track system uses spherical bearings at every pivot point to minimize friction and deflection. This provides a more direct mechanical connection and more precise suspension response than the Street version, making it well suited for dedicated track cars and competition-focused applications.
CorteX also offers a Street version, part number CWL-40-2000S, which uses polyurethane bushings at the chassis pivot connection to help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness.
Gen 2 Differential Cover
- Revised low-pressure diecast design for improved casting strength
- Integrates the Watts link pivot mount
- Includes provision for a differential cooler
- Includes provision for a differential temperature sensor
- Baffled breather port allows connection of an optional breather or overflow tank
- Revised internal fluid dynamics improve ring-and-pinion and bearing lubrication
- Carrier load bolts eliminated to reduce unnecessary leak points
- Threaded mounting holes are pre-machined for the CorteX differential breather tank
- Includes a 2013-2014 GT500-style temperature sensor port
Fitment
- 2005 Ford Mustang
- 2006 Ford Mustang
- 2007 Ford Mustang
- 2008 Ford Mustang
- 2009 Ford Mustang
- 2010 Ford Mustang
- 2011 Ford Mustang
- 2012 Ford Mustang
- 2013 Ford Mustang
- 2014 Ford Mustang
Additional Notes
- This listing is for the Track version, part number CWL-40-2000.
- The Track system uses spherical bearings at all pivot points to minimize friction and deflection.
- The Street version, CWL-40-2000S, uses polyurethane bushings at the chassis pivot connection to help reduce NVH.
- Best results can be achieved when paired with complementary suspension components such as CorteX coilovers and an adjustable front anti-roll bar.
- Verify axle, differential, and suspension configuration before ordering.
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