{"product_id":"dorman-539-981-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-981 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-981 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-981 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on applications such as Ford LTD, Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Marquis, Mercury Montego, and Mercury Marauder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in style suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front lower suspension locations on select Ford and Mercury models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting provision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement for specific applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-981, is engineered for front lower suspension use on 1965-1972 Mercury and Ford platforms that use a bolt-in type mounting arrangement. It features a steel body, rubber dust boot, tapered stud, and threaded construction to match the service requirements of the original suspension layout. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8059 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1967-1972 Ford LTD, front lower; 1967-1972 Ford Thunderbird, front lower; 1965-1972 Mercury Colony Park, front lower; 1967-1972 Mercury Marquis, front lower; 1972 Mercury Montego, front lower; 1969-1970 Mercury Marauder, front lower; and 1965-1966 Mercury Marauder, front lower. The Dorman 539-981 is a direct-fit service part for restoring proper suspension connection at the lower control arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability from worn front lower suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper suspension articulation on classic Ford and Mercury vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle uses a front lower, bolt-in style ball joint before ordering. Inspect the control arm, mounting holes, and surrounding suspension components for wear or damage during replacement. Because this part is greaseable, service the joint according to the vehicle maintenance schedule after installation. Confirm stud thread length, taper, and mounting dimensions against the original part before final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for reliable service on the specified applications. Part number 539-981 is built to meet the needs of select Ford and Mercury front suspension repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763276279989,"sku":"BKKY-539-981","price":55.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539981_Fro.jpg?v=1783146817","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-981-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}