{"product_id":"dorman-539-972-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-972 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-972 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-972 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for specific Dodge Ram 1500 and Dodge Ramcharger front lower applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment fit and function on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1996 Dodge Ramcharger, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999 Dodge Ramcharger, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-972, is built for front lower suspension service on select Dodge trucks and SUVs. The steel body, polychloroprene dust boot, and tapered stud support a secure OE-style replacement for worn front suspension joints on the Ram 1500 and Ramcharger. The threaded, press-in mounting style is matched to the listed applications, and the included castle nut helps complete the installation. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7201 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\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 popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering at the front axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure due to excessive ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded, tapered stud design, so proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Confirm the cotter pin hole, wrench size, and stud thread length match the original setup on the vehicle before final assembly.\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 replacement for the listed applications. The part number is 539-972.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763275755701,"sku":"BKKY-539-972","price":48.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539972_Bac.jpg?v=1783146754","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-972-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}