{"product_id":"dorman-539-948-alignment-caster-camber-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-948 Alignment Caster \/ Camber Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-948 Alignment Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-948 is an alignment caster and camber ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific front upper suspension applications. It is engineered for the 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500, including Ram 2500 front upper original design replacement applications with +\/- 1.50 degrees of offset and Ram 3500 front upper models with solid axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered alignment caster and camber ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement design for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with zerk fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes dust boot, castle nut, locking nut, and cotter pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 16 mm stud thread diameter and 1.5 mm thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjusts within a 1.5-degree range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed mounting type for front upper suspension use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 539-948 ball joint is made for alignment correction in the front upper suspension and is built to replace the original equipment part on select Dodge Ram trucks. It is a direct-fit suspension service part for 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 front upper applications and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 front upper applications, helping restore caster and camber settings during front-end repair. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS25582 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a Dodge Ram 2500 front upper ball joint, Dodge Ram 3500 front upper ball joint, or Dorman 539-948 alignment caster and camber ball joint, this part provides the OE-style dimensions and hardware details needed for suspension service. The steel body, greaseable design, dust boot, and tapered stud support routine alignment work on these Ram truck platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end alignment issues after suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect caster or camber readings during alignment service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or worn front upper ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering pull caused by suspension geometry changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or play from a deteriorated upper ball joint assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall in the front upper position only on the listed Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 applications. Verify stud thread diameter, thread pitch, and pressed-in mounting requirements before installation. After replacement, perform a professional wheel alignment to confirm caster and camber settings. The greaseable design allows routine lubrication through the zerk fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this alignment caster and camber ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 539-948 is built to standard replacement specifications for the listed Ram truck applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763274379445,"sku":"BKKY-539-948","price":146.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539948_Fro.jpg?v=1783146592","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-948-alignment-caster-camber-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}