Moog K8259 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
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Moog K8259 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Brand Moog K8259
Position Front Lower
Adjustable No
Castle Nut Included Yes
Cotter Pin Hole Yes
Greaseable Yes
Material Neoprene
Maximum Outside Diameter 2.320
Mounting Hole Quantity 0
Mounting Type Press-In
Suspension Grade Type Standard
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 147 vehicles

Press-in design. Makes installation fast and hassle-free.

Greaseable. Helps maintain smooth, reliable performance.

Neoprene material. Adds durable protection for dependable operation.

Cross-references Centric Parts 610.61001, Dixie Electric Ltd 10327 and Dorman - OE Solutions 536-489 for the same application. See all 79.

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MOOG K8259 Front Lower Ball Joint

MOOG K8259 is a press-in suspension ball joint built with a neoprene boot, greaseable service design, and a cotter-pin hole for secure installation. It is made for front lower suspension service on a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including Mustang, Grand Marquis, and Town Car applications.

Key Features

  • Press-in mounting type for front lower suspension service
  • Neoprene material helps protect the joint from road contamination
  • Greaseable design supports routine lubrication
  • Castle nut included with cotter pin hole
  • Standard suspension grade construction
  • Maximum outside diameter: 2.320 in.
  • Non-adjustable design

Detailed Description

Built for front lower suspension repair, the MOOG K8259 ball joint is engineered for direct replacement service on vehicles such as the Ford Mustang, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car. Its press-in mounting style and greaseable construction make it a practical choice for restoring steering and suspension integrity where wear has developed in the original joint. MOOG problem-solving design features are used to support easier installation and dependable service life. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 536-489 for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

  • Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
  • Excessive play in the lower suspension joint
  • Uneven tire wear caused by worn suspension geometry
  • Loose or imprecise steering feel
  • Visible boot wear or grease loss at the joint

Installation Notes

  • Fits 1979-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, front lower
  • Fits 1979-1993 Ford Mustang, front lower
  • Fits 1988-1990 Lincoln Town Car, front lower
  • Fits 1980-1988 Ford Thunderbird, front lower
  • Fits 1980-1988 Mercury Cougar, front lower
  • Fits 1979-1986 Ford LTD, front lower
  • Fits 1979-1986 Mercury Marquis, front lower
  • Fits 1978-1983 Ford Fairmont, front lower
  • Fits 1978-1983 Mercury Zephyr, front lower
  • Fits 1980 Lincoln Continental, front lower
  • Press-in installation requires proper suspension service tools and correct alignment after replacement
  • Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation

Quality Assurance

MOOG ball joints are backed by material selection and testing standards focused on reliable suspension performance. The greaseable design and service-oriented construction support long-term maintenance on compatible Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury front lower applications.

Related reading

This part fits 147 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelDrive TypePositionNotes
1997FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1996FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1995FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1994FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1994FordCrown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1994LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1994MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1993FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1993FordCrown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1993FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1993LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1993MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1992FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1992FordCrown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1992FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1992LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1992MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991FordLTD Crown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991MercuryColony Park——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1991MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1990FordAerostar—RWDFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1990FordLTD Crown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1990FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1990LincolnTown Car——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1990MercuryColony Park——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1990MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1989FordAerostar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1989FordLTD Crown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1989FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1989LincolnTown Car——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1989MercuryColony Park——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1989MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988FordAerostar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988FordLTD Crown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988LincolnTown Car——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1988MercuryColony Park——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1988MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987FordAerostar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987FordLTD Crown Victoria——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987MercuryColony Park——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1987MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordAerostar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordLTDCrown Victoria—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordLTDCrown Victoria LX—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordLTDBase—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1986FordLTDCountry Squire—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1986FordLTDCountry Squire LX—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1986FordLTDBrougham—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1986FordMustangLX—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordMustangGT—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1986MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985FordLTDCrown Victoria—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985FordLTDLX Brougham—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1985FordLTDBase—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1985FordLTDCountry Squire—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1985FordLTDBrougham—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1985FordMustangLX—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985FordMustangGT—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1985MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984FordLTDCrown Victoria—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984FordLTDBase—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1984FordLTDCountry Squire—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1984FordLTDBrougham—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1984FordMustangLX—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984FordMustangL—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984FordMustangGT—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1984MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983FordLTDCrown Victoria—Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983FordLTDBase—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1983FordLTDCountry Squire—Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1983FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983LincolnMark VI——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1983MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982FordLTD——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1982FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982LincolnMark VI——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1982MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981FordLTD——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1981FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981LincolnMark VI——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981LincolnTown Car——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1981MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980FordLTD——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1980FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980FordThunderbird——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980LincolnContinental——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980LincolnMark VI——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980MercuryCougar——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1980MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979FordLTD——Front LowerPress-In Type; Includes Powdered-Metal Gusher Bearing To Allow Grease To Penetrate Bearing Surfaces
1979FordMustang——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979MercuryCapri——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979MercuryGrand Marquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979MercuryMarquis——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1979MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1978FordFairmont——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1978MercuryZephyr——Front LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
Directly replaces or cross-references 79 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Centric Parts — 610.61001Dixie Electric Ltd — 10327Dorman - OE Solutions — 536-489Mevotech Supreme — MK8259MOOG Chassis Products — K825902-8100045D204946D2049A260-1188327K505-1049505-1049B536-5211313K1327K2810000281000E3051662601188FT80825965228910661161001A1-189B8259BJ-1327BJ1053D8BZ-3078AD8BZ-3078BD8BZ-3079AD8BZ-3079BD9AZ-3078AD9AZ-3079AD9BZ-3078AD9BZ-3079AE-6242-TUE0AZ-3078AE0AZ-3078BE0AZ-3079AE0AZ-3079BE0SZ-3078AE0SZ-3079AE0VY-3078AE0VY-3079AE1BZ-3078AE1BZ-3079AE3DZ-3078AE3DZ-3079AE3SZ-3078AE3SZ-3078BE3SZ-3078CE3SZ-3079AE3SZ-3079BE3SZ-3079CE3ZZ-3078AE3ZZ-3078BE3ZZ-3079AE3ZZ-3079BE5SZ-3078AE5SZ-3079AE7SZ-3078AE7SZ-3079AE69Z-3078AE69Z-3078BE69Z-3079AE69Z-3079BE6242F1VY-3078AF1VY-3078BF1VY-3079AF1VY-3079BF3AZ-3078AF3AZ-3079AFA1015FA1015EJBJ869MCS10327SP9070XK8259XW7Z3050BA