{"product_id":"dorman-539-838-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","title":"Dorman 539-838 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-838 Front Right Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-838 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Lexus applications. It is built from steel with a grey finish and includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware for a service-ready repair on the front right lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in design with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole included for secure fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 539-838\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on specific vehicles. It is a front right lower ball joint for 1998-2000 Lexus GS400, 1998-2005 Lexus GS300, 2001-2005 Lexus GS430, and 2002-2010 Lexus SC430. The threaded, bolt-in mounting type and tapered stud support accurate suspension connection, while the steel body and dust boot help protect the joint in everyday driving conditions. If you are replacing a worn Lexus GS300 front right lower ball joint or servicing a Lexus SC430 front suspension, Dorman 539-838 provides the correct fitment details for those applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products (e.g., K500101) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or knocking from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower suspension connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced directional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure due to damaged ball joint components\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 12 mm wrench size specified for service, and inspect the mounting points, stud taper, and surrounding suspension components for wear before reassembly. Because this part includes a cotter pin hole and castle nut, follow the vehicle service procedure for proper final tightening and locking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this ball joint as a precision replacement for original equipment on the listed Lexus models and subjects it to rigorous testing for fit and function. Part number 539-838 is built to meet the demands of suspension repair on GS300, GS400, GS430, and SC430 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763269071029,"sku":"BKKY-539-838","price":65.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539838_Fro.jpg?v=1783145959","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-838-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}