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Delphi TC1703 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
| Brand | Delphi TC1703 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Lower |
| 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 | 3.937 |
| Height | 100.0 |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 54 |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 2.126 |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 54.0 |
| Mount Plate Included | No |
| Mounting Bolt Head Diameter | 1.024 |
| Mounting Bolt Head Diameter | 26.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Length | 2.815 |
| Mounting Bolt Length | 71.5 |
| Mounting Bolt Shank Diameter | 0.472 |
| Mounting Bolt Shank Diameter | 12.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Diameter | 12.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Length | 1.26 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Length | 32.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Pitch | 1.75 |
| Mounting Bolts Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 0 |
| Nuts Included | Yes |
| Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter | 0.72 |
| Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter | 18.3 |
| Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter | 0.827 |
| Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter | 21.0 |
| Stud Thread Diameter | 0.625 |
| Stud Thread Diameter | 15.8 |
| Stud Thread Length | 0.807 |
| Stud Thread Length | 20.5 |
| Stud Thread Pitch | 0.7 |
| Stud Threads Per Inch | 18 |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard |
| Tapered Stud | Yes |
| Washers Included | No |
| Width | 54.0 |
| Wrench Size | 0.669 |
| Wrench Size | 17.0 |
| Fits | Mazda · 18 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.
Steel construction. Built with a gray dust boot and greaseable design for dependable service.
Hardware included. Comes with mounting hardware, nuts, cotter pin, and a dust boot.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-5199, Dorman - OE Solutions 531-396 and Dorman - Premium B8673PR for the same application. See all 15.
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Delphi TC1703 Suspension Ball Joint
Delphi TC1703 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint built with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis for proper fit and steering response. It is a greaseable, steel ball joint assembly with a dust boot, tapered stud, castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware details listed for the application.
Key Features
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Greaseable design with grease fitting included
- Dust boot included; dust boot material is chloroprene rubber (CR)
- Tapered, threaded stud with cotter pin hole
- Castle nut, cotter pin, nuts, and mounting bolts included
- Standard suspension grade and standard replacement item grade
- Compatible with front lower suspension positions on select Ford Ranger, Mazda B4000, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Ford Explorer, and Mazda Navajo applications
Detailed Description
Delphi TC1703 is a front lower suspension ball joint engineered for OE-style fitment and dependable service in steering and suspension repair. Delphi applies OE expertise to its aftermarket steering portfolio and validates parts through extreme temperature exposure and salt-spray testing to help confirm durability in demanding conditions. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8561T for the same application.
Fits 1993-1997 Ford Ranger, Front Lower. Fits 1994-1997 Mazda B4000, Front Lower. Fits 1995-1996 Mazda B2300, Front Lower. Fits 1994-1996 Mazda B3000, Front Lower. Fits 1993-1994 Ford Explorer, Front Lower. Fits 1993-1994 Mazda Navajo, Front Lower. Delphi TC1703 is also a direct-fit search term for shoppers looking for a Ford Ranger front lower ball joint or Mazda B4000 front lower suspension ball joint replacement.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear
- Steering wander or reduced directional stability
- Restoration of proper suspension articulation on Ford Ranger and Mazda truck/SUV applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before installation and compare the stud taper, mounting dimensions, and hardware against the removed part. Because this is a greaseable ball joint, service the fitting after installation and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specifications for the castle nut, mounting bolts, and cotter pin alignment.
Quality Assurance
Delphi uses OE-based dimensional and material analysis to support fit accuracy and performs environmental testing that includes temperatures below -40 degrees C, above 120 degrees C, and 720 hours of salt spray. The result is a replacement part built to meet the demands of everyday suspension service on select Ford and Mazda applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1997 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1996 | Mazda | B2300 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1996 | Mazda | B3000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1996 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1995 | Mazda | B2300 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1995 | Mazda | B3000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1995 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1994 | Ford | Explorer | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1994 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1994 | Mazda | B3000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1994 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1994 | Mazda | Navajo | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1993 | Ford | Explorer | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1993 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
| 1993 | Mazda | Navajo | 4WD | Front Lower | — |
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