{"product_id":"dorman-533-220-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-220 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-220 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-220 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for specific Dodge Ram heavy-duty front upper applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front upper placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting provision for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement for direct-fit service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 front upper suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 533-220 suspension ball joint is designed for front upper use on select Dodge Ram trucks, including 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 with a non-articulating stud and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 with a solid tube axle. The threaded, press-in design supports a direct replacement approach for worn upper suspension joints, while the included dust boot and greaseable construction help support long-term serviceability. If you are searching for a front upper ball joint for Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500, part number 533-220 is a fitment-specific option built around the original equipment application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7394 and Mevotech Supreme MK7394 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from suspension movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excess joint clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 front upper suspension assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle configuration before installation. This part fits 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, front upper, non-articulating stud - stud moves up and down, and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, front upper, with solid tube axle. The press-in, threaded design requires proper suspension service tools and correct torque procedures. Confirm the cotter pin hole, castle nut, and stud thread length match the original setup before final assembly. Part number 533-220 should be matched to the vehicle’s front upper suspension specification before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 533-220 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for confirmed Dodge Ram applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756097401013,"sku":"BKKY-533-220","price":51.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533220_Fro.jpg?v=1782975358","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-220-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}