{"product_id":"dorman-539-942-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-942 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-942 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-942 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Ram and Dodge trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable fitment on front upper suspension applications, including Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Ram 4000 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in style suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for joint protection\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\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 539-942\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2024 Ram 2500, front upper; adjusts camber -1.00 degree to +1.00 degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2024 Ram 3500, front upper; adjusts camber -1.00 degree to +1.00 degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Ram 4000, front upper; adjusts camber -1.00 degree to +1.00 degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2020 Ram 4000, front upper; w\/solid front axle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, front upper; adjusts camber -1.00 degree to +1.00 degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, front upper; adjusts camber -1.00 degree to +1.00 degree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, front upper; Mega Cab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Ball Joint Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to front suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander caused by excessive joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamber correction needs on listed Ram and Dodge applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front upper application before installation. This part uses a threaded, bolt-in mounting type and a tapered stud, so proper torque and alignment procedures should be followed after replacement. The included dust boot helps protect the joint, and the greaseable design supports serviceable maintenance where applicable. Dorman 539-942 is also referenced by Centric Parts 610.67033 and MOOG Chassis Products K7448 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a direct replacement component for specific vehicles and subjects it to testing for fit and function. Part number 539-942 is engineered for the front upper suspension position on the listed Ram and Dodge trucks, with OE-style replacement intent and application-specific design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763274215605,"sku":"BKKY-539-942","price":74.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539942_Bac.jpg?v=1783146571","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-942-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}