{"product_id":"dorman-533-201-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-201 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-201 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-201 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the front upper suspension of 1962-1967 Pontiac Acadian models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1962-1967 Pontiac Acadian, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud design with bolt-in mounting type\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\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1962-1967 Pontiac Acadian front upper suspension service. This Dorman 533-201 ball joint also cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K692 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this part number when searching for a front upper ball joint for Pontiac Acadian models from 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, and 1967. The Dorman 533-201 is built for vehicles that require a threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint with a dust boot and castle nut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front upper suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or looseness from worn ball joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues related to joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after inspection reveals damaged OE hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front upper suspension configuration before installation. The threaded stud, 3-hole mounting pattern, and 12 mm wrench size should be matched to the original setup. Inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting points for wear before installing the new ball joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a tested replacement part for OE-style fit and function on listed applications. Part number 533-201 is engineered for dependable service in the suspension system of compatible Pontiac Acadian vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756096778421,"sku":"BKKY-533-201","price":65.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533201_Bac.jpg?v=1782975223","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-201-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}