{"product_id":"dorman-b80026rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman B80026RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD B80026RD is a threaded front upper suspension ball joint built for severe-duty service. It is engineered for Ford and Dodge trucks and SUVs that see towing, hauling, off-road use, and other demanding conditions, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, and Dodge Ram 2500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RD, or Rugged Duty, line is Dorman’s heavy-service chassis range. For this application, the ball joint housing uses quenched and tempered steel with a protective coating for added corrosion resistance, and the dust boot is made from polychloroprene to help retain grease and protect the joint in harsh environments. Dorman B80026RD is also greaseable and includes a tapered stud design for secure suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront upper suspension ball joint for severe-duty use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuenched and tempered steel housing with corrosion-resistant coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded mounting type with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size for service work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80026 and Mevotech TTX TXK80026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2009 Ford F-250, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1996 Ford F-250, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front upper, w\/Solid Tube Axle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1997 Ford F-350, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1996 Ford Bronco, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1996 Ford F-150, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1980-1985 Ford F-350, front upper, w\/Twin I-Beam Suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play in the upper suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability on heavy-duty Ford and Dodge applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a failed original upper ball joint on severe-service vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front upper suspension configuration before ordering. This part is a press-in style ball joint with a threaded design and tapered stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Clean the knuckle or control arm bore thoroughly, inspect adjacent wear components, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis parts are built for severe-duty service and are manufactured with corrosion-resistant materials and protective coatings to support long-term use in demanding conditions. Dorman B80026RD is intended for vehicles where downtime is not an option and is engineered to replace failed original equipment on specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734137008309,"sku":"BKKY-B80026RD","price":46.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_B80026RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782282954","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-b80026rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}