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MAS Chassis BJ86345 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
| Brand | MAS Chassis BJ86345 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Lower |
| Material | Steel |
| Stud Thread Diameter | 16 |
| Castle Nut Included | Yes |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 0 |
| Adjustable | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Stud Type | Tapered |
| Mounting Type | Pressed |
| Dust Boot Material | Rubber |
| Attachment Type | Taper |
| Bearing Material | Polymer |
| Bolts/Studs Included | Yes |
| Housing Press Fit Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Package Contents | 1 ball joint; 1 castle nut; 1 cotter pin; 1 circle clip |
| Thread Pitch | 1.5 |
| Fits | Ford and Mazda · 41 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Built for specific suspension applications with a pressed mounting design.
Steel construction. Uses a tapered stud, polymer bearing, and rubber dust boot.
Hardware included. Castle nut, cotter pin, and circle clip are listed in the package contents.
Cross-references Delphi TC1672, Mevotech Original Grade GK8771T and Mevotech Supreme MK8771T for the same application. See all 6.
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Overview
MAS Chassis BJ86345 is a suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for specific front lower applications. It is engineered in steel with a tapered stud, polymer bearing material, and a rubber dust boot for dependable suspension service.
Compatible with Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series applications, this part number BJ86345 is a fitment-based replacement for vehicles that use a pressed-in front lower ball joint. It also includes the castle nut, cotter pin, and circle clip listed in the product data.
Key Features
- Steel construction for suspension service durability
- Pressed mounting type with tapered stud design
- Rubber dust boot helps protect the joint from contamination
- Polymer bearing material for controlled articulation
- Includes castle nut, cotter pin, and circle clip
- Part number BJ86345 for accurate ordering and lookup
Detailed Description
MAS Chassis BJ86345 is a standard-grade suspension ball joint for front lower fitments on the Ford Ranger and Mazda B2300, B3000, B2500, and B4000. The design uses a 16 mm stud thread diameter, 1.5 thread pitch, and a 44.5 mm housing press fit diameter to match the specified OE-style application. This part number BJ86345 cross-references Delphi TC1672 for the same application.
The pressed-in design and tapered stud support secure suspension connection points where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. For buyers searching for a Ford Ranger front lower ball joint or Mazda B-Series front lower suspension ball joint, BJ86345 provides a direct replacement format for the listed vehicles.
What It Is Used For
- Restoring tight steering response when the original joint has loosened
- Reducing clunking or knocking from worn suspension joints
- Correcting excess front suspension play
- Replacing a damaged or corroded pressed-in ball joint
- Servicing front lower suspension on Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series models
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, front lower; 2012 Ford Ranger, front lower with coil spring; 2001-2010 Mazda B2300, front lower; 1998-2001 and 2003-2007 Mazda B3000, front lower; 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, front lower; and 1998-2000 Mazda B4000, front lower. Verify the press-fit diameter, stud thread size, and application notes before installation. The pressed mounting style requires proper suspension service procedures for removal and installation.
Quality Assurance
MAS Chassis states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE-style replacement on the specified vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ford | Ranger | — | Front Lower | w/Coil Spring |
| 2011 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2010 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2010 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2009 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2009 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2008 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2008 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2007 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2007 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2007 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2006 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2006 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2006 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2005 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2005 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2005 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2004 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2004 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2004 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2003 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2003 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2003 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2002 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2002 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2001 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2001 | Mazda | B2300 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2001 | Mazda | B2500 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2001 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2000 | Mazda | B2500 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 2000 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 2000 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1999 | Mazda | B2500 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 1999 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1999 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1998 | Mazda | B2500 | — | Front Lower | — |
| 1998 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
| 1998 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Lower | — |
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