{"product_id":"dorman-540-027-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-027 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-027 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-027 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Ford and Dodge trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, and Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 front lower positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lower suspension ball joint for select Ford and Dodge applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud design with press-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 540-027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front lower service on 1992-2022 Ford and Dodge platforms, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250, Ford Excursion, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500. The steel body, threaded stud, and press-in mounting style are intended to match the original suspension layout on the listed vehicles. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area from road contamination, while the premium-grade construction supports dependable replacement service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8607T for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front suspension play or looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front lower suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability on Ford Super Duty and Dodge Ram front ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front lower joint articulation after wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and inspect the surrounding control arm or axle components for wear before reassembly. Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2001-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front lower; 1999 Ford F-250, front lower; 1992-1997 Ford F-350, front lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified applications. Part number 540-027 is built to meet the needs of front lower suspension repair on select Ford and Dodge trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763278442677,"sku":"BKKY-540-027","price":43.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540027_Bac.jpg?v=1783147077","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-027-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}