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Delphi TC349 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower
| Brand | Delphi TC349 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Right Lower |
| Adjustable | No |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Yes |
| Bushings Included | No |
| Castle Nut Included | No |
| Color | Black |
| Cotter Pin Hole | No |
| Cotter Pin Included | No |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes | 48.0 |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Height | 2.642 |
| Height | 67.1 |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 2.224 |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 56.5 |
| Mount Plate Included | Yes |
| Mounting Bolt Head Diameter | 0.787 |
| Mounting Bolt Head Diameter | 20.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Length | 1.181 |
| Mounting Bolt Length | 30.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Shank Diameter | 0.394 |
| Mounting Bolt Shank Diameter | 10.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Diameter | 10.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Length | 1.181 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Length | 30.0 |
| Mounting Bolt Thread Pitch | 1.5 |
| Mounting Bolts Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 3 |
| Mounting Type | Bolt On |
| Nuts Included | Yes |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard |
| Washers Included | Yes |
| Width | 56.5 |
| Wrench Size | 0.669 |
| Wrench Size | 17.0 |
| Fits | Volkswagen and Audi · 23 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE-style fit and function for straightforward service.
Bolt-on installation. Includes mounting hardware for easier replacement.
Steel construction. With a dust boot for added protection and durability.
Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK9349, 101-4006 and 505-1114 for the same application. See all 10.
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OE-Style Front Right Lower Ball Joint
Delphi TC349 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint for the front right lower position. It is built with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to support proper fit on select Audi and Volkswagen applications, including Audi 4000, Audi Coupe, Audi Quattro, Audi 80 Quattro, Audi 90, Audi 90 Quattro, and Volkswagen Quantum models.
For buyers searching for a front right lower ball joint for Audi 4000 or Volkswagen Quantum, Delphi TC349 provides a bolt-on design with the hardware and mount plate specified for this application.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a black finish
- Standard replacement suspension grade
- Bolt-on mounting type with 3 mounting holes
- Dust boot included
- Mounting hardware, bolts, washers, and nuts included
- Grease fitting not included; non-greaseable design
- Adjustable: No
- Position: Front Right Lower
- Part number: TC349
Detailed Description
Delphi TC349 is engineered as an OE-style suspension ball joint for the front right lower location. Delphi applies OE safety and dimensional expertise to its aftermarket steering and suspension portfolio, with testing that includes extreme temperature exposure and extended salt-spray corrosion evaluation. The result is a replacement part built around compatibility, fit, and material consistency for the specified Audi and Volkswagen chassis applications.
This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK9349 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn front right lower ball joint on an Audi 4000, Audi Coupe, or Volkswagen Quantum, TC349 is the direct replacement part number to verify against your original component.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint
- Clunking or knocking from the lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Inspection failure related to excessive suspension movement
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the front right lower position before installation and compare the original part’s mounting pattern, bolt dimensions, and dust boot style. This Delphi TC349 unit uses a bolt-on mount with 3 mounting holes, so the control arm and knuckle interface should be checked carefully before assembly. Verify chassis serial number notes for 1983-1987 Audi 4000, 1986-1987 Audi 4000 Quattro, and 1983-1987 Audi Coupe applications.
Compatible vehicle coverage includes 1988 Audi 80 Quattro, 1988 Audi 90, 1988 Audi 90 Quattro, 1983-1988 Volkswagen Quantum, 1983-1987 Audi 4000, 1986-1987 Audi 4000 Quattro, 1983-1987 Audi Coupe, and 1984-1985 Audi Quattro. Part number TC349 should be matched to the original suspension layout before service.
Quality Assurance
Delphi tests this OE-style replacement for temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with 720 hours of salt spray exposure. Those validation steps support corrosion resistance and material durability for the specified Audi and Volkswagen fitments.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Audi | 80 Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1988 | Audi | 90 | 2.3L | L5 | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1988 | Audi | 90 Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1987 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1987 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1987 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 85D-094-984 |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1986 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1986 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1986 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 85D-094-984 |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1985 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1985 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 85D-094-984 |
| 1985 | Audi | Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1984 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1984 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 85D-094-984 |
| 1984 | Audi | Quattro | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
| 1983 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 81D-007-974 |
| 1983 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | Front Right Lower | From Chassis Serial Number 85D-094-984 |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | Front Right Lower | — |
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