{"product_id":"dorman-b6477rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman B6477RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD B6477RD Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD B6477RD is a front lower suspension ball joint built for severe-duty service on full-size GM trucks and SUVs. It uses a steel housing with a protective finish, a threaded design, and a press-in mounting style for specified stamped steel control arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RD, or Rugged Duty, line is built for vehicles that see off-road work, towing, heavy hauling, and emergency-service use. For Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon applications, this part number is aimed at replacing worn OE ball joints with a service-focused design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lower suspension ball joint for specified applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with corrosion-resistant coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type for stamped steel arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud design with taper stud type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for routine service maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select 1995-2000 Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD B6477RD is engineered for severe-duty suspension service where durability and corrosion resistance matter. The quenched and tempered steel housing is paired with a protective coating, while the greaseable construction and dust boot help support long-term serviceability. This ball joint is a direct replacement for specified front lower positions on 1995-2000 Chevrolet K1500, K2500, K3500, Tahoe, K1500 Suburban, K2500 Suburban, and GMC K1500, K2500, K3500, Yukon, K1500 Suburban, and K2500 Suburban applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6477 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part 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 suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability on rough roads or under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService failures on trucks used for towing or off-road work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle uses a press-in 45.79 mm diameter ball joint in a stamped steel arm before installation. This part is for the front lower position only on the listed applications. Use the correct press tools and follow factory service procedures to avoid damaging the control arm or boot. The stud uses a 12 mm wrench size and includes a cotter pin hole for proper fastening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis components are built for severe-duty use with corrosion-resistant materials and service-oriented construction. Part number B6477RD is designed for specified Chevrolet and GMC applications where dependable suspension performance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734136844469,"sku":"BKKY-B6477RD","price":44.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_B6477RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782282919","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-b6477rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}