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Moog K8212 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
| Brand | Moog K8212 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Upper |
| Adjustable | No |
| Castle Nut Included | Yes |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Material | Neoprene |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 3 |
| Mounting Type | Bolt-On |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard |
| Fits | Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, and Edsel · 115 vehicles |
Bolt-on installation. MOOG problem-solving design helps make installation fast and hassle-free.
Neoprene material. Built with durable material for reliable performance you can count on.
Greaseable design. Helps support smoother service and long-term operation.
Cross-references Anchor 10129, Anchor 10212 and Anchor 10245 for the same application. See all 55.
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MOOG K8212 Front Upper Ball Joint
MOOG K8212 is a greaseable front upper suspension ball joint built for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It uses a bolt-on mounting design with a castle nut included, making it a practical replacement for worn steering and suspension joints on classic full-size and intermediate vehicles.
Key Features
- Greaseable design for routine lubrication service
- Neoprene material for durable sealing performance
- Bolt-on mounting type with 3 mounting holes
- Castle nut included
- Cotter pin hole provided for secure fastening
- Standard suspension grade type
- Non-adjustable replacement part
Detailed Description
Built for front upper suspension locations, the MOOG K8212 ball joint is engineered for direct replacement on a wide range of older Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. It is listed for applications such as the 1971-1980 Ford Pinto, 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, 1967-1979 Ford Thunderbird, 1970-1979 Lincoln Continental, 1974-1979 Mercury Cougar, 1965-1978 Ford LTD, 1975-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1967-1978 Mercury Marquis, 1972-1976 Mercury Montego, and 1959-1974 Mercury Colony Park. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK8212 for the same application.
MOOG K8212 is a fitment-based replacement for front upper suspension service where a greaseable, bolt-on ball joint is required. It is a common search match for Ford Thunderbird front upper ball joint replacement, Mercury Cougar front upper ball joint replacement, and Lincoln Continental front upper suspension repair.
What It Helps Fix
- Excessive play in the front upper suspension joint
- Clunking or looseness from a worn ball joint
- Uneven steering response caused by joint wear
- Grease loss or dry bearing surfaces in serviceable joints
- Front-end alignment issues related to suspension wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify year, make, model, and front upper position before ordering. The bolt-on mounting style and 3-hole pattern should be matched to the original suspension setup, and the cotter pin hole should align with the fastener during installation. Because this is a greaseable joint, service lubrication should be performed after installation and during regular maintenance intervals.
Quality Assurance
MOOG ball joints are backed by superior materials and rigorous testing to support reliable performance. MOOG also incorporates problem-solving design features to help simplify installation and reduce replacement time.
This part fits 115 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1980 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1979 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1979 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1979 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1979 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1976 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | MX Brougham | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | Base | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | MX | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | Villager | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | Brougham | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | Base | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | MX | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | — | Front Upper | without Police Package; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | Villager | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | MX Brougham | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | Base | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | MX | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | Villager | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | MX Brougham | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | GT | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | Base | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | MX | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | Villager | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | MX Brougham | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | GT | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | Base | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | MX | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Ford | Pinto | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1971 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1970 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1970 | Lincoln | Continental | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1970 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1969 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1969 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1969 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1968 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1968 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1968 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1967 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1967 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1967 | Mercury | Marquis | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1966 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1965 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1964 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1963 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1962 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1961 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1960 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1960 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1959 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1959 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
| 1958 | Ford | Thunderbird | — | Front Upper | Enhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link. |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 55 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 10129Anchor — 10212Anchor — 10245Anchor — 10262Mevotech Supreme — MK8212MOOG Chassis Products — K8212Purflux — A111902-8100345D0018260-1098260-1099500-1018500-1018B536-479610.650261262K2810030281003E80821255228863061165026A1-172A1042A1157B8212BJ-1262BJ1051BJ1129C1AZ3049AC5AZ3049AC7AZ3049CC9AZ-3082AC9AZ-3082BC9AZ-3082CC9AZ-3082DD0OZ-3082BD1FZ-3049AD2AZ-3082AD3AZ-3078AD3AZ-3082AD3AZ-3082BD3AZ-3082CD3FZ-3082AD4FZ-3082AD4ZZ-3082AD5FZ-3082AD5ZZ-3082AD7AZ-3082AD7AZ-3082BFA547FA643FA912FA913JBJ868XK8212