Delphi TC1656 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper or Rear Upper

Brand Delphi TC1656
Position Front Upper
Adjustable No
Ball Joint Assembly Yes
Bushings Included No
Castle Nut Included Yes
Color Gray
Cotter Pin Hole Yes
Cotter Pin Included Yes
Dust Boot Included Yes
Dust Boot Material Choloroprene Rubber (CR)
Grease Fitting Included Yes
Greaseable Yes
Height 4.744
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Material Ball Material - Alloy Steel SAE 5140, Housing Material - Carbon Steel SAE 1040
Mount Plate Included No
Mounting Bolts Included No
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Mounting Type Press In
Nuts Included Yes
Position(s) Front Upper, Rear Upper. For the position specific to your vehicle, refer to the Application tab.
Stud Taper Per Foot 0.125
Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter 0.791
Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter 20.1
Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter 0.677
Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter 17.2
Stud Thread Diameter 0.625
Stud Thread Length 1.201
Stud Threads Per Inch 18
Stud Type Threaded
Suspension Grade Type Standard
Tapered Stud Yes
Washers Included No
Width 59.0
Fits Dodge, Plymouth, Chrysler, International, Fargo, and DeSoto · 250 vehicles

Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.

Press-in design. Includes mounting hardware for a straightforward installation.

Greaseable assembly. Dust boot and grease fitting support smoother serviceability.

Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK778, MOOG Chassis Products K778 and PowerStop B778 for the same application. See all 6.

$43.33Free shipping
In stock · usually ships same day before 1pm CST
Step 1 — Confirm fitment
Free return shipping if it doesn't fit when you check fitment here first.

Select your vehicle to confirm fitment
Verify this part fits before purchasing — free returns if it doesn't
Step 2 — Quantity
Order total $43.33
Free shipping to the continental U.S.
Free returns within 60 days if it doesn't fit when fitment is verified.

Delphi TC1656 Front Upper Ball Joint

Delphi TC1656 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint built for front upper and rear upper applications on a wide range of Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth vehicles. It combines OE-focused dimensional analysis with materials selected for durability in demanding steering and suspension service.

  • Ball material: alloy steel SAE 5140 with a carbon steel SAE 1040 housing
  • Press-in mounting type for the specified applications
  • Greaseable design with grease fitting included
  • Dust boot included with chloroprene rubber construction
  • Castle nut, cotter pin, cotter pin hole, nuts, and mounting hardware included
  • Non-adjustable standard replacement design
  • Threaded stud with tapered stud profile
  • Compatible with front upper and rear upper positions, depending on vehicle application

OE-Style Construction and Fit

Delphi applies OE steering and suspension expertise to the aftermarket with a focus on dimensional accuracy and material consistency. TC1656 is engineered as a press-in suspension ball joint with a threaded, tapered stud, making it a direct service part for vehicles such as the Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ramcharger, and Dodge Viper in the listed upper control arm positions. Delphi tests components across extreme temperature ranges and salt-spray exposure to evaluate durability in real-world conditions.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K778 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, Front Upper
  • Fits 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van, Front Upper, with 3500lb Front Axle
  • Fits 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van, Front Upper, with 3600lb Axle(s)
  • Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B1500, Front Upper
  • Fits 1997-1998 Dodge B2500, Front Upper, with 3500lb Front Axle
  • Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B3500, Front Upper, with 3600lb Axle(s)
  • Fits 1995-1996 Dodge B2500, Front Upper
  • Fits 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota, Front Upper
  • Fits 1992-1996 Dodge Viper, Rear Upper
  • Fits 1992-1996 Dodge Viper, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B150, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B250, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B350, Front Upper, with 3600lb Axle(s)
  • Fits 1977-1993 Dodge D150, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1993 Dodge D250, Front Upper, Except 4000lb Axle
  • Fits 1981-1993 Dodge D350, Front Upper, Except 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
  • Fits 1975-1993 Dodge Ramcharger, Front Upper
  • Fits 1984-1989 Dodge D100, Front Upper
  • Fits 1975-1980 Dodge D100, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB150, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB250, Front Upper
  • Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB350, Front Upper, with 3300lb or 3600lb Axles
  • Fits 1975-1980 Dodge B100, Front Upper
  • Fits 1975-1980 Dodge B200, Front Upper
  • Fits 1979-1980 Dodge B300, Front Upper, with 3600lb Axle(s)
  • Fits 1979-1980 Dodge D200, Front Upper, Except 4000lb Axle
  • Fits 1975-1980 Dodge D300, Front Upper, Except 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
  • Fits 1974-1978 Chrysler Newport, Front Upper
  • Fits 1975-1978 Dodge B300, Front Upper, with 3600lb Front Axle; Vehicles With 4in Inner Tie Rod Ends
  • Fits 1975-1978 Dodge D200, Front Upper, with 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
  • Fits 1976-1977 Chrysler Town & Country, Front Upper
  • Fits 1959-1962 Chrysler Town & Country, Front Upper
  • Fits 1974-1976 Dodge Monaco, Front Upper
  • Fits 1957-1975 Chrysler Imperial, Front Upper
  • Fits 1957-1962 Chrysler New Yorker, Front Upper
  • Fits 1957-1961 Chrysler 300, Front Upper

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Front-end looseness or play in the upper suspension joint
  • Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension during steering or road impacts
  • Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint articulation
  • Steering wander or reduced directional stability
  • Service replacement for worn upper ball joints on Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the exact vehicle application, axle rating, and position before installation. TC1656 is a press-in ball joint, so proper removal and installation tools are recommended to avoid damage to the control arm or surrounding suspension components. Confirm the tapered stud orientation, torque fasteners to the vehicle service specification, and inspect the mating control arm, bushings, and alignment settings during service.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-based dimensional and material analysis to improve fit consistency between original equipment and aftermarket replacement parts. The brand also subjects steering and suspension components to extreme temperature and salt-spray testing to evaluate durability under harsh operating conditions.

This part fits 250 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeWheel BasePositionNotes
2003DodgeRam 1500 Van——Front Upper—
2003DodgeRam 2500 Van——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
2003DodgeRam 3500 Van——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
2002DodgeRam 1500 Van——Front Upper—
2002DodgeRam 2500 Van——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
2002DodgeRam 3500 Van——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
2001DodgeRam 1500 Van——Front Upper—
2001DodgeRam 2500 Van——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
2001DodgeRam 3500 Van——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
2000DodgeRam 1500 Van——Front Upper—
2000DodgeRam 2500 Van——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
2000DodgeRam 3500 Van——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1999DodgeRam 1500 Van——Front Upper—
1999DodgeRam 2500 Van——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
1999DodgeRam 3500 Van——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1998DodgeB1500——Front Upper—
1998DodgeB2500——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
1998DodgeB3500——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1997DodgeB1500——Front Upper—
1997DodgeB2500——Front Upperwith 3500lb Front Axle
1997DodgeB3500——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1996DodgeB1500——Front Upper—
1996DodgeB2500——Front Upper—
1996DodgeB3500——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1996DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1996DodgeViper——Rear Upper—
1996DodgeViper——Front Upper—
1995DodgeB1500——Front Upper—
1995DodgeB2500——Front Upper—
1995DodgeB3500——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1995DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1995DodgeViper——Rear Upper—
1995DodgeViper——Front Upper—
1994DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1994DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1994DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1994DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1994DodgeViper——Rear Upper—
1994DodgeViper——Front Upper—
1993DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1993DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1993DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1993DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1993DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1993DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1993DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1993DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1993DodgeViper——Rear Upper—
1993DodgeViper——Front Upper—
1992DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1992DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1992DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1992DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1992DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1992DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1992DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1992DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1992DodgeViper——Rear Upper—
1992DodgeViper——Front Upper—
1991DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1991DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1991DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1991DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1991DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1991DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1991DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1991DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1990DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1990DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1990DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1990DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1990DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1990DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1990DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1990DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1989DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1989DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1989DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1989DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1989DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1989DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1989DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1989DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1989DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1988DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1988DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1988DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1988DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1988DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1988DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1988DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1988DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1988DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1987DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1987DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1987DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1987DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1987DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1987DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1987DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1987DodgeDakota——Front Upper—
1987DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1986DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1986DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1986DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1986DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1986DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1986DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1986DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1986DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1985DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1985DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1985DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1985DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1985DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1985DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1985DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1985DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1984DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1984DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1984DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1984DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1984DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1984DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1984DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1984DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1983DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1983DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1983DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1983DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1983DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1983DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1983DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1983PlymouthPB150——Front Upper—
1983PlymouthPB250——Front Upper—
1983PlymouthPB350——Front Upperwith 3300lb or 3600lb Axles
1982DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1982DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1982DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1982DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1982DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1982DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1982DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1982PlymouthPB150——Front Upper—
1982PlymouthPB250——Front Upper—
1982PlymouthPB350——Front Upperwith 3300lb or 3600lb Axles
1981DodgeB150——Front Upper—
1981DodgeB250——Front Upper—
1981DodgeB350——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1981DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1981DodgeD250——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1981DodgeD350——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1981DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1981PlymouthPB150——Front Upper—
1981PlymouthPB250——Front Upper—
1981PlymouthPB350——Front Upperwith 3300lb or 3600lb Axles
1980DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1980DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1980DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1980DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1980DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1980DodgeD200——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1980DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1980DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1979DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1979DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1979DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Axle(s)
1979DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1979DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1979DodgeD200——Front UpperExcept 4000lb Axle
1979DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1979DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1978ChryslerNewport——Front Upper—
1978DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1978DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1978DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Front Axle; Vehicles With 4in Inner Tie Rod Ends
1978DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1978DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1978DodgeD200—149.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1978DodgeD200—131.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1978DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1978DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1977ChryslerNewport——Front Upper—
1977ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1977DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1977DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1977DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Front Axle; Vehicles With 4in Inner Tie Rod Ends
1977DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1977DodgeD150——Front Upper—
1977DodgeD200—149.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1977DodgeD200—131.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1977DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1977DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1976ChryslerNewport——Front Upper—
1976ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1976DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1976DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1976DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Front Axle; Vehicles With 4in Inner Tie Rod Ends
1976DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1976DodgeD200—149.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1976DodgeD200—131.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1976DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1976DodgeMonaco——Front Upper—
1976DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1975ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1975ChryslerNewport——Front Upper—
1975DodgeB100——Front Upper—
1975DodgeB200——Front Upper—
1975DodgeB300——Front Upperwith 3600lb Front Axle; Vehicles With 4in Inner Tie Rod Ends
1975DodgeD100——Front Upper—
1975DodgeD200—149.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1975DodgeD200—131.0"Front Upperwith 3000lb or 3300lb Front Axle
1975DodgeD300——Front UpperExcept 3800lb & 4000lb Axle
1975DodgeMonaco——Front Upper—
1975DodgeRamchargerRWD—Front Upper—
1974ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1974ChryslerNewport——Front Upper—
1974DodgeMonaco——Front Upper—
1973ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1972ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1971ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1970ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1969ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1968ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1967ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1966ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1965ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1964ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1963ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1962ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1962ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
1962ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1961Chrysler300——Front Upper—
1961ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1961ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
1961ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1960Chrysler300——Front Upper—
1960ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1960ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
1960ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1959Chrysler300——Front Upper—
1959ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1959ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
1959ChryslerTown & Country——Front Upper—
1958Chrysler300——Front Upper—
1958ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1958ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
1957Chrysler300——Front Upper—
1957ChryslerImperial——Front Upper—
1957ChryslerNew Yorker——Front Upper—
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Mevotech Supreme — MK778MOOG Chassis Products — K778PowerStop — B77822985362808394JBJ7017