{"product_id":"dorman-533-178-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-178 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-178 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-178 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and vans. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on vehicles such as the Chevrolet C20, Chevrolet P30, and GMC G3500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with press-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint assembly included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and tapered stud type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-178, is designed for front lower suspension service on a wide range of Chevrolet and GMC heavy-duty platforms. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6129T for the same application. The steel body, threaded service design, and press-in mounting style support direct replacement in compatible front suspension assemblies, while the included dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination. This part is a practical OE-style replacement for vehicles including the Chevrolet C20, Chevrolet P30, and GMC G3500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With: 1971-1996 Chevrolet and GMC front lower suspension applications listed below, including Chevrolet C20, C30, G30, P20, P30, R20, R30, and GMC C2500, C3500, G35, G3500, P2500, P3500, and related Suburban and van configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play in the lower suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability on worn Chevrolet and GMC front lower joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension inspection failures related to joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting requires proper suspension service tools and procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the tapered stud, castle nut, and cotter pin hole alignment during assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the surrounding control arm and related hardware for wear before reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease the joint if service procedures call for lubrication after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement ball joint for specific vehicle applications and subjects it to testing for dependable service. Part number 533-178 is built to meet standard replacement needs for front lower suspension repair on select Chevrolet and GMC platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756095991989,"sku":"BKKY-533-178","price":36.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533178_Fro.jpg?v=1782975072","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-178-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}