{"product_id":"dorman-533-223-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-223 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-223 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-223 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on the 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, front lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered suspension ball joint for OE-style replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with tapered stud\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\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K7401\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-223, is made from steel and uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body for service on the front lower suspension position. It measures 111 mm in length, 59 mm in width, and 85.03 mm in height, with a 61 mm maximum outside diameter and a 12 mm wrench size. The tapered stud design, rubber dust boot, and greaseable construction support dependable steering and suspension operation on the Dodge Ram 1500 platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, front lower. This part number 533-223 is a direct-fit suspension ball joint for owners replacing worn OE-style front lower components on the Dodge Ram 1500. It also cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7401 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear from worn steering geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible boot damage or joint contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 2000-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 with the front lower application before installation. Because this is a press-in style suspension ball joint, proper removal and installation tools are recommended to avoid damage to the control arm or joint housing. Inspect the mating components, clean the mounting area, and confirm the tapered stud and castle nut seat correctly during assembly. Part number 533-223 is greaseable, so service the joint according to the vehicle maintenance schedule after 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 OE replacement on the specified vehicle applications. The design and material selection are focused on consistent fit and suspension service life for the Dodge Ram 1500 front lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756097532085,"sku":"BKKY-533-223","price":52.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533223_Fro.jpg?v=1782975379","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-223-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}