{"product_id":"dorman-bj85156rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman BJ85156RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Severe-Duty Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD BJ85156RD is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Ford, Mazda, and related applications. It is part of the RD, or Rugged Duty, line developed for vehicles that face towing, hauling, off-road work, and other demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, and other listed applications, this replacement ball joint uses a steel housing with a corrosion-resistant finish and a dust boot made from polychloroprene. The design also includes a greaseable construction and mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: BJ85156RD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRD Rugged Duty chassis component for severe-service suspension use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with protective coating for added corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, pinch-style mounting design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front upper suspension positions on listed vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD BJ85156RD is engineered as a replacement suspension ball joint for vehicles that see repeated load, vibration, and harsh operating conditions. The quenched and tempered steel housing is built for durability, while the coated finish and coated hardware help resist corrosion over time. The greaseable design and included dust boot support serviceability in demanding fleet and work-truck environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8560T and Delphi TC1664 for the same application. It is a direct-fit option for many Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, Ford Explorer, Mazda Navajo, and Ford Bronco II front upper suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability on heavy-duty or high-mileage vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-related failure in harsh-duty service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a pinch-style, threaded mounting design with a 12 mm wrench size and includes mounting hardware. Inspect the surrounding control arm and steering components for wear before completing the repair. Proper lubrication and regular maintenance are important for long-term service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis parts are built for severe-duty service applications and are engineered to outperform standard aftermarket replacements in demanding use cases. BJ85156RD is designed for vehicles that need dependable suspension performance in work, towing, rescue, and off-road environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734135795893,"sku":"BKKY-BJ85156RD","price":48.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_BJ85156RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782282747","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-bj85156rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}