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- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
OE Match rear drop link for Porsche 996 Carrera 2, 996 Carrera 4, and 996 Turbo models. This replacement rear stabilizer bar link fits left and right side applications and helps restore correct rear anti-roll bar operation, suspension stability, and handling response.
Sold individually.1 required per side. 2 required per vehicle if replacing both left and right rear drop links.
Porsche 996 C2 1997 - 2005 (Rear)
Porsche 996 C4 1997 - 2005 (Rear)
Porsche 996 TURBO 2000 - 2005 (Rear)
Diagram ref no 5
Other OE Reference numbers:
- 99633306902 / 996.333.069.02
- 99633306903 / 996.333.069.03
The rear drop link transfers movement between the rear suspension and the stabilizer bar. This helps the anti-roll bar reduce body roll during cornering and maintain stable rear axle control. A correctly working drop link supports sharper handling, better suspension response, and reduced unwanted movement from the rear axle.
Functions
• Replaces the rear stabilizer bar drop link
• Fits left and right side applications
• Connects the rear anti-roll bar to the suspension
• Helps reduce body roll during cornering
• Supports rear axle stability and handling control
• Helps reduce knocking, looseness, and vibration from worn links
• OE Match replacement for Porsche 996 rear suspension repair.
Why Replace This Part?
Rear drop links are exposed to road dirt, moisture, suspension load, vibration, heat, and repeated movement. Over time, the joints can wear, seize, corrode, or develop play. A worn drop link may cause rear suspension knocking, vague handling, increased body roll, or poor stabilizer bar response. Replacing the drop link helps restore correct rear anti-roll bar function and rear suspension control.
When to Replace This Part
• Rear suspension knocking or clunking is present
• Drop link joints are worn, loose, seized, or damaged
• Handling feels vague or body roll has increased
• Rear stabilizer bar service is being carried out
• Suspension refresh or restoration work is in progress
• The vehicle has failed inspection due to drop link wear
• Rear anti-roll bar movement or noise is detected.
Where it fits on the car
This drop link fits on the rear stabilizer bar / rear anti-roll bar assembly on Porsche 996 models. It fits left and right side applications.
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99633306904
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- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
Rear Anti Roll Bar Drop Link - fits Left or Right Hand Side
Sold each - 2 required per car
Maintain the legendary handling precision of your Porsche
993 RS with this OE Match Rear Anti Roll Bar Drop Link. This component forms a vital
connection between the rear anti roll bar and the rear suspension assembly,
ensuring the anti roll bar can effectively control body movement and maintain
chassis stability during high-performance driving.
Fits:
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
Developed for one of the most focused air-cooled Porsche models ever produced, the 993 RS demands suspension components that can withstand demanding road and track use while preserving the razor-sharp handling characteristics for which the model is renowned.
Manufactured to OE Match standards, this rear anti roll bar drop link restores suspension integrity, responsiveness and driver confidence.
What Does the Rear Anti Roll Bar Drop Link Do?
The drop link transfers suspension movement to the anti roll bar, allowing the anti roll bar to distribute load across the suspension system during cornering.
Its primary functions include:
- Connecting the anti roll bar to the suspension
- Reducing body roll during cornering
- Improving chassis balance
- Enhancing vehicle stability
- Maintaining suspension geometry
- Improving steering response
- Supporting predictable handling characteristics
The anti roll bar system is particularly important on high-performance models such as the Porsche 993 RS where suspension precision is critical.
Why Do Rear Anti Roll Bar Drop Links Fail?
Drop links are constantly subjected to suspension movement, vibration and environmental exposure.
Common causes of failure include:
- Ball joint wear
- High-performance driving loads
- Road and track use
- Corrosion
- Water ingress
- Rubber boot deterioration
- Age-related wear
- Suspension fatigue
Over time, wear within the joints can create unwanted movement that compromises suspension performance.
Symptoms of a Worn Rear Drop Link
Common warning signs include:
- Knocking noises from the rear suspension
- Clunking sounds over uneven surfaces
- Reduced handling precision
- Increased body roll
- Rear-end instability during cornering
- Excessive play in suspension joints
- Uneven suspension behaviour
- MOT or inspection advisories relating to suspension wear
These symptoms are often more noticeable during spirited driving and track use.
When Should the Drop Link Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended when:
- Excessive joint play is detected
- Suspension noises develop
- Rubber dust boots become damaged
- Corrosion affects the component
- Suspension performance deteriorates
- Chassis refurbishment is being carried out
- The vehicle is used regularly on track
- Completing a Porsche 993 RS restoration
Many Porsche specialists replace drop links during suspension overhauls to ensure optimal chassis performance.
Why Replacement Matters
A worn drop link can reduce the effectiveness of the anti roll bar and compromise handling performance.
Benefits of replacement include:
- Improved chassis response
- Better cornering stability
- Reduced body roll Improved steering feel
- Enhanced driver confidence
- Reduced suspension noise
- Restored suspension performance
- Preservation of factory handling characteristics
For Porsche RS models, maintaining suspension precision is essential to preserving the vehicle's unique driving dynamics.
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99333307383
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- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
Fits: Left and Right. Sold each.
Fits:
Porsche 993 1994-97 RS
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99333307383
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- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Fits:
Porsche 993
Eliminate the factory plastic drop link bushes which are prone to cracking and wearing out with our lightweight billet alloy drop links. Compatible with factory sway bars and aftermarket bars. With adjustable drop links installed you can remove the tension in the roll bar using the adjustable length to make the car handle like it should again allowing you to benefit from the corner weighting properly.
Would require 4 small rubber boots if needed.
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360230993R
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