{"product_id":"dorman-533-173-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-173 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-173 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-173 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Chevrolet applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Corvette, Bel Air, Caprice, Impala, and El Camino.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front upper applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-173, is made for front upper suspension service on specific Chevrolet models. It uses a threaded, bolt-in mounting type and a tapered stud for secure installation. The steel body, rubber dust boot, and greaseable design support routine suspension maintenance, while the included castle nut and mounting hardware help simplify the replacement process. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6034 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering and suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn front suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response issues related to joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged or corroded OE ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a bolt-in, threaded design with a tapered stud and cotter pin hole. Grease the joint during service if required by your maintenance schedule, and confirm proper torque and alignment after installation. Fits 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvette, front upper; 1955-1970 Chevrolet Bel Air, front upper; 1966-1970 Chevrolet Caprice, front upper; 1959-1970 Chevrolet Impala, front upper; and 1959-1960 Chevrolet El Camino, front upper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement part and subjects it to testing for reliable OE-style service on the listed Chevrolet applications. Part number 533-173 is built to meet standard replacement expectations for front suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756095828149,"sku":"BKKY-533-173","price":35.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533173_Fro.jpg?v=1782975037","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-173-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}