MAS Chassis B7053 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Suspension Ball Joint for Heavy-Duty Front Lower Service

MAS Chassis B7053 is a steel suspension ball joint built for front lower replacement service on select Dodge, Plymouth, and Chevrolet applications. It is a greaseable, press-in design with a rubber dust boot, taper stud, and included service hardware for OE-style suspension repair.

Key Features

• Steel housing with metal bearing material for standard suspension service
• Press-in mounting type with 58.6 mm housing press fit diameter
• Greaseable design with included zerk fitting for routine lubrication
• Taper stud with 0.75 stud thread diameter and 16 thread pitch
• Rubber dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination
• Castle nut, cotter pin, mounting hardware, bolts/studs, and attachment hardware included
• Standard suspension grade type for direct replacement use

Detailed Description

This MAS Chassis B7053 suspension ball joint is engineered as a direct replacement for the original front lower joint on specific vehicles, including Dodge Ram 2500 Van, Dodge Ram 3500 Van, Dodge B2500, Dodge B3500, Dodge B350, Plymouth PB350, Dodge B300, and Chevrolet C20 Suburban applications. The press-fit steel construction, taper stud, and greaseable service design support dependable steering and suspension articulation in heavy-duty use. If you are replacing a worn front lower ball joint on a Dodge Ram 3500 Van or a Dodge B350 with heavy-duty suspension, B7053 provides the correct OE-style service format for the application.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500050 and Delphi TC1644 for the same application. Part number B7053 is also listed among common interchange references used for these front lower suspension repairs.

What It Helps Repair

• Front-end looseness caused by worn ball joint sockets
• Clunking or popping noises from the lower suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint play
• Steering wander caused by excessive joint movement
• Reduced suspension control on heavy-duty front axle applications

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1999-2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Van, front lower, 4,000 lb. axle
• Fits 1998-2003 Dodge Ram 3500 Van, front lower, 4,000 lb. axle; heavy duty vehicles
• Fits 1997-1998 Dodge B2500, front lower, 4,000 lb. front axle
• Fits 1995-1998 Dodge B3500, front lower, 4,000 lb. axle
• Fits 1981-1994 Dodge B350, front lower, w/ unequal length inner and outer tie rod ends; w/ heavy duty suspension
• Fits 1981-1983 Plymouth PB350, front lower, w/ unequal length inner and outer tie rod ends; w/ heavy duty suspension
• Fits 1979-1980 Dodge B300, front lower, w/ unequal length inner and outer tie rod ends; w/ heavy duty suspension
• Fits 1975-1978 Dodge B300, front lower, w/ heavy duty suspension; 7/8 in. threaded tie rod ends
• Fits 1968-1970 Chevrolet C20 Suburban, front lower

Press-in installation requires proper suspension service tools and accurate alignment after replacement. Verify axle rating, steering linkage configuration, and front lower application before installation. For Dodge Ram 2500 Van, Dodge Ram 3500 Van, and other listed vehicles, confirm the housing press fit diameter and taper stud specifications match the original part.

Quality Assurance

MAS Chassis states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on the listed vehicles. The greaseable design and included protective boot support long-term service in demanding suspension applications.