{"product_id":"mas-chassis-bj86345-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"MAS Chassis BJ86345 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMAS 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed mounting type with tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot helps protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer bearing material for controlled articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes castle nut, cotter pin, and circle clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number BJ86345 for accurate ordering and lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMAS 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring tight steering response when the original joint has loosened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing clunking or knocking from worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting excess front suspension play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a damaged or corroded pressed-in ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing front lower suspension on Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMAS Chassis states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE-style replacement on the specified vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAS Chassis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53725683187893,"sku":"DGKF-BJ86345","price":36.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/MS_BJ86345_Fro.jpg?v=1794206753","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mas-chassis-bj86345-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}