{"product_id":"skp-sk6454-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"SKP SK6454 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SKP SK6454 is a front upper suspension ball joint for a wide range of GM trucks and SUVs. It is listed for Chevrolet Express 2500 and 3500, GMC Savana 2500 and 3500, and classic C\/K-series applications, including Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront upper suspension ball joint for direct replacement service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits multiple Chevrolet and GMC light-duty truck and SUV applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication notes include powdered-metal gusher bearing coverage on listed fitments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected listings note heavy-duty GVW and independent front suspension configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP SK6454 is a suspension ball joint used in the front upper position on compatible Chevrolet and GMC platforms from 1988 through 2002. Coverage includes Chevrolet C2500, C3500, K2500, K3500, Express 2500, Express 3500, Tahoe, and Suburban applications, along with GMC C2500, C3500, K2500, K3500, Savana 2500, Savana 3500, Yukon, and Suburban models. For buyers searching for a Chevrolet C2500 upper ball joint or GMC Savana 3500 front upper ball joint, SK6454 matches the listed applications directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fitment notes point to powdered-metal gusher bearing usage on the listed vehicles, a design detail associated with grease flow across bearing surfaces. Some applications also specify 8600 lb GVW or independent front suspension, so the exact vehicle listing should be checked before ordering. The SKP SK6454 part number is also referenced as SK6454 in catalog searches and appears alongside Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts cross-reference numbers for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring steering and suspension joint movement at the front upper control arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn ball joints that can contribute to looseness or clunking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing uneven tire wear linked to suspension play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting front-end instability on listed Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position against the fitment table before installation. Several listings include configuration notes such as GVW ratings or independent front suspension, so those details should match the vehicle exactly. Professional suspension service procedures and alignment checks are recommended after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP SK6454 is cataloged as an OE-style suspension replacement for the listed GM applications and is cross-referenced to other aftermarket part numbers used for the same fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53258147627189,"sku":"GQLW-SK6454","price":20.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/5K_SK6454_Fro.jpg?v=1789196759","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/skp-sk6454-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}