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Dorman BJ90025RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Heavy-Duty Service
Dorman RD BJ90025RD is a front lower suspension ball joint built for severe-duty use on Chevrolet Express 2500 and Express 3500, plus GMC Savana 2500 and Savana 3500 applications. It is engineered for vehicles that see towing, hauling, off-road work, and other demanding service conditions.
The RD, or Rugged Duty, line focuses on durability in high-load environments. This lower ball joint uses a quenched and tempered steel housing, a protective corrosion-resistant finish, and a premium grease boot design to support long-term service on work vans and emergency-use vehicles.
Key Features
- Front lower suspension ball joint for specified Chevrolet and GMC vans
- RD Rugged Duty chassis component for severe-duty service
- Quenched and tempered steel housing for added strength
- Protective coating for improved corrosion resistance
- Greaseable design with premium grease boot
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Castle nut and mounting hardware included
- Dust boot included
- Part number BJ90025RD
Detailed Description
Dorman RD BJ90025RD is a threaded, press-in lower ball joint designed for front lower suspension service on 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express 2500 and Express 3500, as well as 2003-2024 GMC Savana 2500 and Savana 3500. For 2003-2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 and GMC Savana 2500, it applies to 8,500 or 8,600 lb. GVW configurations. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6711 for the same application.
Built with steel construction, a tapered stud, and a corrosion-resistant finish, BJ90025RD is aimed at vehicles that need dependable steering and suspension performance under repeated load. The greaseable design and dust boot help support joint service life in demanding operating conditions.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
- Clunking or popping noises during steering or suspension movement
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Steering instability on heavily loaded work vans
- Corrosion-related failure in severe-duty environments
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With 2003-2024 Chevrolet Express 2500 and Express 3500, front lower, and 2003-2024 GMC Savana 2500 and Savana 3500, front lower. For 2003-2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 and GMC Savana 2500, verify 8,500 or 8,600 lb. GVW before installation. Press-in suspension service requires proper removal and installation tools, and the tapered stud should be secured with the supplied castle nut and cotter-pin hole alignment as required by the vehicle.
Quality Assurance
Dorman RD chassis parts are engineered for severe-duty service applications and built with corrosion-resistant materials and finishes to support long-term reliability in demanding use.
| Brand | Dorman |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BJ90025RD |
| Position | RD - Rugged Duty, Front Lower |
| Material | Acero |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 61 |
| Length | 111 |
| Color | Gray |
| Color | Gris |
| Castle Nut Included | Oui |
| Castle Nut Included | SΓ |
| Castle Nut Included | Yes |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Suspension Grade Type | Premium |
| Bushings Included | No |
| Bushings Included | Non |
| Dust Boot Included | Oui |
| Dust Boot Included | SΓ |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Oui |
| Ball Joint Assembly | SΓ |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Yes |
| Width | 59 |
| Type | Roscado |
| Type | Threaded |
| Cotter Pin Included | No |
| Cotter Pin Included | Non |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Oui |
| Cotter Pin Hole | SΓ |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Oui |
| Mounting Hardware Included | SΓ |
This part fits 88 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2024 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2024 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2024 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2023 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2023 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2023 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2023 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2022 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2022 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2022 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2022 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2021 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2021 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2021 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2021 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2020 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2020 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2020 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2020 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2019 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2019 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2018 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2018 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2017 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2017 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2008 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2008 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2007 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2007 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2006 | GMC | Savana 2500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2006 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2005 | GMC | Savana 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2005 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2004 | GMC | Savana 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2004 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty | |
| 2003 | GMC | Savana 2500 | RWD | Front Lower | 8,500 or 8,600 Lb. GVW; RD - Rugged Duty |
| 2003 | GMC | Savana 3500 | Front Lower | RD - Rugged Duty |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.