Dorman 533-172 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Dorman 533-172 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 533-172 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for specific front upper applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet C10 Suburban, GMC Jimmy, and GMC G15/G1500 and G25/G2500 vans.

Key Features

• Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front upper mounting locations
• Steel construction with a gray finish
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Greaseable design with grease fitting not included
• Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
• Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size
• Standard replacement suspension grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-172, is designed for front upper suspension service where a threaded, bolt-in replacement is required. It uses a steel body, tapered stud, and rubber dust boot to support dependable steering and suspension articulation. The design includes a cotter pin hole and castle nut, and it is greaseable for serviceability. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6024 for the same application.

Compatible With 1968-1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, front upper; 1969-1970 Chevrolet Blazer, front upper; 1970 GMC Jimmy, front upper; 1971 GMC G15/G1500 Van, front upper; and 1971 GMC G25/G2500 Van, front upper. If you are replacing a worn front upper ball joint on a Chevrolet Blazer or GMC Jimmy, Dorman 533-172 provides the correct OE-style fitment for these specific applications.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front-end looseness or play during steering
• Clunking or popping noises from the upper suspension
• Uneven tire wear linked to worn suspension joints
• Imprecise steering response
• Visible dust boot damage or joint wear

Installation Notes

Verify front upper fitment by year, make, model, and brake configuration before installation. This part is specified for drum-brake applications where noted in the fitment data. Inspect the control arm, mounting points, and related hardware for wear before pressing or bolting in the new joint. Use the correct torque procedure for the castle nut and confirm the tapered stud seats properly during assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on the listed vehicles.