Delphi TC1662 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Delphi TC1662 Front Lower Ball Joint

Delphi TC1662 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint for front lower applications on select Ford Super Duty trucks and related models. It is built with OE-focused materials and dimensional control to support proper steering and suspension geometry.

Key Features

• Front lower suspension ball joint for select Ford applications
• Press-in mounting type with threaded stud design
• Ball material: Alloy Steel SAE 5140
• Housing material: Carbon Steel SAE 1040
• Greaseable design with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included, made from chloroprene rubber (CR)
• Castle nut, cotter pin, nuts, washers, and mounting hardware included
• Non-adjustable standard replacement design
• Tapered stud with cotter pin hole for secure fastening

Detailed Description

Delphi TC1662 is engineered as a front lower suspension ball joint for Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, Ford F-250, Ford F-250 HD, and Ford F-350 applications listed below. Delphi applies OE-style dimensional and material analysis to help ensure proper fit and consistent replacement performance. The ball joint uses alloy steel and carbon steel construction, a greaseable service design, and a protective dust boot to support long-term suspension service in demanding truck use. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8431T for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower.
• Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower.
• Fits 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower.
• Fits 1998-1999 Ford F-250, front lower.
• Fits 1987-1997 Ford F-250, front lower, with Twin I-Beam Axle.
• Fits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front lower.
• Fits 1993-1997 Ford F-350, front lower.
• Fits 1987-1992 Ford F-350, front lower, with Twin I-Beam Axle.

Common Repair Uses

• Front-end looseness or play in the lower suspension joint
• Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn steering and suspension components
• Restoring steering response on Ford F-250 Super Duty and Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks
• Replacing a worn lower ball joint during front suspension service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front lower position, stud taper, and press-in fitment before installation. Inspect the surrounding control arm, fasteners, and steering components for wear before pressing in the new joint. Use the included cotter pin, castle nut, nuts, washers, and grease fitting as specified by the vehicle service procedure. Confirm compatibility with the exact model year and axle configuration, especially on Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 Twin I-Beam applications.

Quality Assurance

Delphi validates its steering and suspension parts through extreme temperature testing below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with 720 hours of salt spray exposure. That testing, combined with OE-based dimensional and material analysis, supports consistent aftermarket replacement quality for part number TC1662.