Dorman BJ81016RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Heavy-Duty Front Upper Ball Joint

Dorman RD BJ81016RD is a front upper suspension ball joint built for severe-duty service on select Ram and Dodge Ram trucks. It is engineered for demanding use where towing, hauling, off-road work, and emergency-response duty put added stress on steering and suspension components.

Compatible With 2006-2013 Ram and Dodge Ram applications, this threaded, press-in ball joint is built with a steel housing, a tapered stud, a dust boot, and corrosion-resistant hardware details for long-term service in harsh conditions.

Key Features

• Front upper suspension ball joint for select Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4000, and Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500 applications
• RD - Rugged Duty line for severe-duty steering and suspension service
• Steel construction with a protective finish for added corrosion resistance
• Threaded, press-in design with tapered stud
• Greaseable design with dust boot included
• Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
• Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80628 and K500316 for the same application

Product Details

Dorman RD BJ81016RD is part of the Rugged Duty chassis line, created for vehicles that work under constant load and repeated impact. The ball joint housing uses quenched and tempered steel rather than normalized steel, and the protective coating is designed to improve resistance to corrosion in demanding environments. For Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4000, and Dodge Ram trucks, this front upper ball joint is a direct replacement option when the original joint is worn, loose, or damaged.

The part number BJ81016RD is also listed with interchange references including 5174041AA, 5174041AB, 5174041AC, JBJ908, and K80630. If you are sourcing a replacement for a 2006-2013 Ram front upper suspension repair, BJ81016RD provides a fitment-focused solution for heavy-duty service.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
• Excessive steering play or wandering
• Uneven tire wear from suspension looseness
• Visible ball joint wear, looseness, or torn dust boot
• Suspension noise during turning or braking

Installation Notes

This is a press-in, threaded ball joint for the front upper position. Verify vehicle application before installation, and inspect the surrounding control arm and steering components for wear. The greaseable design and dust boot help support service life when routine lubrication and maintenance are performed according to vehicle requirements.

Quality Assurance

Dorman RD suspension parts are engineered for severe-duty use and manufactured with corrosion-resistant materials and coatings. BJ81016RD is built for demanding Ram and Dodge Ram front suspension service where reliability matters.