{"product_id":"dorman-bj82305rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman BJ82305RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Ram 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD BJ82305RD is a threaded lower suspension ball joint built for severe-duty service. It is engineered for front lower applications on select Dodge Ram 1500 and Ramcharger models, with a steel housing, corrosion-resistant finish, and a preloaded dust boot for dependable suspension service in demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500 front lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select 1994-1996 and 1999 Dodge Ramcharger front lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in style suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a protective gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud taper design with cotter pin hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size for service work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRD Rugged Duty Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman RD line is built for vehicles that see heavy hauling, towing, off-road use, and other high-load conditions. For BJ82305RD, the ball joint housing uses quenched and tempered steel rather than normalized steel, and the protective coating is designed to improve corrosion resistance. The grease boot is designed to help retain lubrication, and the included hardware is coated for added durability. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7201 and K7271 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping 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 on Dodge Ram 1500 and Ramcharger trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed OE lower ball joint on severe-duty vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify press-in fitment before installation and confirm the front lower position on the vehicle. Inspect the control arm bore, clean all mating surfaces, and follow the service procedure for pressing the joint into place. Use the correct torque specification for the castle nut and align the cotter pin hole as required. BJ82305RD is a direct-fit replacement for specified Dodge Ram 1500 and Dodge Ramcharger applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis components are engineered for severe-duty suspension service and are manufactured with corrosion-resistant materials and coatings to support long-term use in demanding truck applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734135435445,"sku":"BKKY-BJ82305RD","price":52.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_BJ82305RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782282704","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-bj82305rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}