{"product_id":"dorman-538-830-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","title":"Dorman 538-830 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-830 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-830 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck models. It is built for the front right lower position and uses a steel body with a rubber dust boot for service-focused durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for select Volkswagen Pointer and Pointer Truck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the front right lower suspension position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type with 2 mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on specific vehicles. Part number 538-830 is designed for Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck front right lower suspension service, helping restore proper steering and suspension articulation where the original joint has worn or loosened. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play at the lower control arm connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front right suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response issues caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement after inspection shows boot damage or joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front right lower position before installation and confirm the threaded, bolt-in design matches the original hardware layout. Use the specified 12 mm wrench size during service and inspect the surrounding suspension components for wear before completing the repair. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before ordering part number 538-830.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a standard OE-style replacement and subjects it to engineering and testing checks for reliable fit and function on the listed Volkswagen applications. Compatible With 1998-2010 Volkswagen Pointer Truck, front right lower, and 1998-2009 Volkswagen Pointer, front right lower.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763263008949,"sku":"BKKY-538-830","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538830_Fro.jpg?v=1783145240","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-830-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}