{"product_id":"dorman-535-870-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 535-870 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 535-870 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 535-870 is a pressed-in suspension ball joint for select Chrysler and Dodge front lower applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on specific vehicles, including Chrysler Fifth Avenue, Imperial, New Yorker, LeBaron, Newport, and Town \u0026amp; Country, plus Dodge Aspen, Dart, Magnum, Charger, and Monaco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed-in mounting type for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal housing and metal bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with included zerk fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud with 0.625 stud thread diameter and M1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin, dust cover, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolychloroprene dust boot material for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade type for OE-style replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing press fit diameter: 46.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 535-870, is built for front lower press-in installations where the original joint has worn or loosened. The tapered, threaded stud design and greaseable construction support routine chassis service on older Chrysler and Dodge platforms. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7069 and Delphi TC1645 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With front lower suspension service on 1973-1989 Chrysler and Dodge models, including Chrysler Fifth Avenue, Imperial, New Yorker, LeBaron, Newport, and Town \u0026amp; Country, as well as Dodge Aspen, Dart, Magnum, Charger, and Monaco. Use Dorman 535-870 when replacing a worn press-in ball joint on these specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on press-in front lower suspension assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall only on the listed front lower applications with a 46.8 mm press fit diameter. Verify the stud thread size, taper, and mounting style before installation. Because this is a pressed-in ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Confirm the vehicle’s original joint style and inspect the surrounding control arm components before reassembly.\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-style replacement for specific vehicles. The greaseable design and included protective components support serviceability and long-term suspension maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763254063285,"sku":"BKKY-535-870","price":23.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_535870_Fro.jpg?v=1783144183","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-535-870-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}