{"product_id":"dorman-533-182-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-182 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-182 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-182 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific Chevrolet P30 and GMC P3500 applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style service on the front upper suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front upper installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with no 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 design with bolt-on mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-182, is designed for front upper use on 1977-1999 Chevrolet P30 and 1979-1999 GMC P3500 models, with an additional 1975-1976 Chevrolet P30 application for 11,000 lb. axle configurations. It uses a threaded, tapered-stud design and includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware for a direct replacement approach. The steel body and rubber dust boot are specified for suspension service where a standard OE-style replacement is needed. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6174 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn front upper ball joint on Chevrolet P30 chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn front upper ball joint on GMC P3500 chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing looseness or play in the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting clunking or popping noises from the upper control area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring steering response and suspension articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a bolt-on mounting type with a tapered stud and threaded design, so proper torque and alignment procedures should be followed during service. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and inspect the mating suspension components for wear before completing the repair. Fits 1977-1999 Chevrolet P30, front upper. Fits 1979-1999 GMC P3500, front upper. Fits 1975-1976 Chevrolet P30, front upper, 11,000 lb. axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 533-182 is built to meet standard replacement expectations for the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52859194114229,"sku":"BKKY-533-182","price":50.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533182_FRO.jpg?v=1784873785","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-182-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}