{"product_id":"dorman-533-189-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-189 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-189 Front Upper Ball Joint for Corvette\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-189 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Chevrolet Corvette applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable suspension service on 1984-1996 Corvette front upper positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-189, is made for the front upper suspension location on Chevrolet Corvette models from 1984 through 1996. The threaded, bolt-in construction supports a direct replacement approach for service work where the original ball joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. Its steel body, rubber dust boot, and tapered stud are specified for suspension use, while the greaseable design supports routine lubrication during maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6346 for the same application. For buyers searching for a Chevrolet Corvette front upper ball joint, Dorman 533-189 provides a fitment-specific option for the C4 Corvette platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or clunking over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the upper control arm joint area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response that feels vague or unstable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot damage that exposes the joint to contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette with a front upper ball joint application before installation. Inspect the mounting points, control arm condition, and surrounding suspension components for wear before pressing or bolting in the replacement. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size for service, confirm the tapered stud seats properly, and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and alignment checks after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. The part is built to standard replacement specifications for consistent suspension service on the Corvette application listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756096319669,"sku":"BKKY-533-189","price":47.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533189_Fro.jpg?v=1782975145","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-189-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}