SKP SK80669 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Upper

Overview

The SKP SK80669 is a suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the front left upper position on select GM full-size trucks and SUVs. It is built for direct replacement applications where the original upper control arm shows wear, looseness, or bushing damage.

Fits 2007-2016 Cadillac Escalade, front left upper; Fits 2007-2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV, front left upper; Fits 2007-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, front left upper; Fits 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, front left upper; Fits 2007-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, front left upper; Fits 2007-2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, front left upper; Fits 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, front left upper; Fits 2007-2014 GMC Yukon, front left upper; Fits 2007-2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, front left upper; Fits 2007-2015 GMC Sierra, front left upper; Fits 2007-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, front left upper; Fits 2014-2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne, front left upper.

Key Features

• Suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the upper front left location.
• Direct replacement format for service on worn suspension components.
• Application-specific fitment for GM trucks and SUVs with listed steering knuckle and arm configurations.
• Cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 521-023 for the same application.
• Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products CK80669 for the same application.

Detailed Description

SK80669 is intended for vehicles that use an upper control arm assembly at the front left corner, including select Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV models, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Avalanche, Cheyenne, and GMC Sierra, Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL 1500 applications. Fitment notes vary by model year and configuration, including versions with forged steel arms, cast iron arm construction, and applications without aluminum steering knuckles.

This part number, SK80669, is a practical replacement when the original assembly has play in the ball joint, worn bushings, or alignment-related suspension wear. The SKP SK80669 follows the listed OE-style application coverage for these GM platforms and should be matched carefully to the exact year, model, and notes shown in the fitment table.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring upper suspension geometry after control arm wear.
• Addressing looseness or clunking from a worn ball joint.
• Replacing deteriorated bushings in the upper control arm assembly.
• Correcting suspension issues tied to application-specific arm and knuckle configurations.
• Supporting proper alignment after front suspension service.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the year, model, and fitment notes before ordering, especially on Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, Tahoe, Yukon, and Escalade applications. This part number, SK80669, is listed for the front left upper position only and must be matched to the exact steering knuckle and arm configuration shown in the fitment data. A professional alignment is recommended after suspension component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Use this assembly as a direct-fit replacement for the specified GM applications. Interchange references include Dorman - OE Solutions 521-023 and MOOG Chassis Products CK80669 for the same application.