{"product_id":"skp-sk8708t-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-upper","title":"SKP SK8708T Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SKP SK8708T is a suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is built for the front left upper position and follows the fitment details listed below for direct application matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the front left upper position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits a wide range of Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mazda B-series, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication-specific fitment includes notes such as ball joint and bushing inclusion on listed vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number SK8708T for easy catalog matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSK8708T is a replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly used on select Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer Sport, Mazda B2500, B3000, B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer models. The listed fitment covers front left upper applications across model years from 1995 through 2012, with notes that vary by vehicle and year, including one-piece design and adjustable R-series application details on the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport. Use the fitment table to confirm the exact year and configuration before ordering SK8708T.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn upper control arm assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing looseness or play in the front suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper suspension geometry on listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting noise or clunking associated with worn ball joint or bushing components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle year, model, and front left upper position against the fitment data before installation. Review the notes for each application, since some listings specify included ball joint and bushing details or special design requirements. Part number SK8708T should be matched to the exact application shown in the fitment table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP SK8708T is cataloged as an application-specific suspension replacement part. Verify all fitment notes carefully to ensure the correct control arm assembly is selected for the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53262742749365,"sku":"GQLW-SK8708T","price":42.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/5K_SK8708T_Fro.jpg?v=1789364499","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/skp-sk8708t-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}