{"product_id":"delphi-tc4169-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Delphi TC4169 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Lower Ball Joint for Ram HD\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi TC4169 is a front lower suspension ball joint built for 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications. It is a standard replacement part with a press-in mounting design, pre-greased construction, and included dust boot, cotter pin, castle nut, grease fitting, and mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type with threaded stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounterclockwise (left) thread direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelphi TC4169\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi TC4169 is engineered as a front lower ball joint for Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks from 1997 through 1999. It uses a press-in installation style, a tapered threaded stud, and a plastic bearing type with a rubber dust boot for serviceable suspension operation. Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to help maintain proper fit between the original suspension geometry and the replacement part. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7269 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring front suspension joint movement on Ram HD trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn or loose lower ball joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing front-end clunking or play during steering input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting uneven tire wear caused by suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing a damaged dust boot or greaseable joint assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front lower position and left-thread orientation before installation. Because this is a press-in ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the control arm, steering components, and surrounding hardware for wear before reassembly. Grease the joint through the fitting after installation if service procedures call for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphi subjects its OE-style steering and suspension parts to temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with extended salt-spray exposure, to evaluate durability and corrosion resistance. Delphi TC4169 is built using OE-based engineering and dimensional checks to support consistent fitment on the listed Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delphi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52435693076661,"sku":"BBMX-TC4169","price":46.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DE_TC4169_FRO.jpg?v=1777861875","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/delphi-tc4169-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}