Dorman 533-360 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 533-360 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-360 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles. It is built from steel with a grey finish and includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin hole, and greaseable service design for front suspension repair work.

Compatible with 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van front lower suspension applications, this ball joint is a fitment-specific replacement for restoring steering and suspension connection points. The Dorman 533-360 part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for Mitsubishi Van front lower ball joint service.

Key Features

• Steel construction for suspension service durability
• Threaded design with press-in mounting type
• Greaseable service design with grease fitting included
• Dust boot included to help protect the joint area
• Castle nut included with cotter pin hole
• Tapered stud type with 12 mm wrench size
• Standard replacement grade for specific front lower applications
• Dorman 533-360 cross-references Delphi TC5579 for the same application

Detailed Description

This suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on select vehicles. For 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van front lower service, Dorman 533-360 provides a direct-fit suspension connection point built with steel, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud for secure installation in the front lower position. The threaded construction and greaseable design support routine suspension maintenance, while the included castle nut and cotter pin hole align with common OE-style fastening requirements. Search terms such as Mitsubishi Van front lower ball joint replacement, 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van suspension ball joint, and Dorman 533-360 front lower ball joint all point to this application-specific part.

What It Helps Repair

• Front suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
• Clunking or knocking from the front lower suspension area
• Uneven steering response caused by worn joint components
• Boot damage that can expose the joint to contamination
• Service issues on 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van front lower suspension assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded joint design, so proper suspension tools and service procedures are important for correct seating and alignment. Inspect the surrounding control arm and hardware condition during replacement, and confirm the tapered stud and castle nut engagement before returning the vehicle to service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman positions this part as a precision-engineered replacement that is rigorously tested for OE-style fit and function on the listed applications. For buyers searching Dorman 533-360 or a Mitsubishi Van front lower ball joint replacement, this part is built to meet the demands of suspension repair on the confirmed fitment range.