{"product_id":"dorman-533-171-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-171 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific GM applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on the front lower suspension, including Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet C10 Suburban, GMC Jimmy, and GMC G15\/G1500 and G25\/G2500 Van models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1971 GMC G15\/G1500 Van, front lower with drum brakes. Fits 1971 GMC G25\/G2500 Van, front lower with front drum brakes. Fits 1969-1970 Chevrolet Blazer, front lower. Fits 1968-1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, front lower. Fits 1970 GMC Jimmy, front lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6023 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Ball Joint Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness at the lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping from worn ball joint joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration work on classic Chevrolet and GMC front suspension systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front lower fitment by year, make, model, and brake configuration before installation. Because this is a press-in, threaded ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the control arm, fasteners, and surrounding wear points during service, and confirm the tapered stud seats correctly before final tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific vehicles, with attention to OE-style fit and function. The steel body, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term service in front suspension applications such as the Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and related GM vans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756095762613,"sku":"BKKY-533-171","price":36.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533171_Fro.jpg?v=1782975023","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-171-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}