
Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 533-171 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific GM applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on the front lower suspension, including Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet C10 Suburban, GMC Jimmy, and GMC G15/G1500 and G25/G2500 Van models.
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower placement
- Steel construction with a gray finish
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Stud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm
- Standard replacement suspension grade
- Mounting hardware included
Fitment Details
Fits 1971 GMC G15/G1500 Van, front lower with drum brakes. Fits 1971 GMC G25/G2500 Van, front lower with front drum brakes. Fits 1969-1970 Chevrolet Blazer, front lower. Fits 1968-1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, front lower. Fits 1970 GMC Jimmy, front lower.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6023 for the same application.
What This Ball Joint Helps Address
- Front suspension looseness at the lower control arm
- Clunking or popping from worn ball joint joints
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension play
- Steering instability caused by excess joint movement
- Restoration work on classic Chevrolet and GMC front suspension systems
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify front lower fitment by year, make, model, and brake configuration before installation. Because this is a press-in, threaded ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the control arm, fasteners, and surrounding wear points during service, and confirm the tapered stud seats correctly before final tightening.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific vehicles, with attention to OE-style fit and function. The steel body, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term service in front suspension applications such as the Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and related GM vans.
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$12.88Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 533-171 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific GM applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on the front lower suspension, including Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet C10 Suburban, GMC Jimmy, and GMC G15/G1500 and G25/G2500 Van models.
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower placement
- Steel construction with a gray finish
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Stud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm
- Standard replacement suspension grade
- Mounting hardware included
Fitment Details
Fits 1971 GMC G15/G1500 Van, front lower with drum brakes. Fits 1971 GMC G25/G2500 Van, front lower with front drum brakes. Fits 1969-1970 Chevrolet Blazer, front lower. Fits 1968-1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, front lower. Fits 1970 GMC Jimmy, front lower.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6023 for the same application.
What This Ball Joint Helps Address
- Front suspension looseness at the lower control arm
- Clunking or popping from worn ball joint joints
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension play
- Steering instability caused by excess joint movement
- Restoration work on classic Chevrolet and GMC front suspension systems
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify front lower fitment by year, make, model, and brake configuration before installation. Because this is a press-in, threaded ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the control arm, fasteners, and surrounding wear points during service, and confirm the tapered stud seats correctly before final tightening.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific vehicles, with attention to OE-style fit and function. The steel body, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term service in front suspension applications such as the Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and related GM vans.
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Dorman 533-171 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 533-171 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific GM applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on the front lower suspension, including Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet C10 Suburban, GMC Jimmy, and GMC G15/G1500 and G25/G2500 Van models.
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower placement
- Steel construction with a gray finish
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Stud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm
- Standard replacement suspension grade
- Mounting hardware included
Fitment Details
Fits 1971 GMC G15/G1500 Van, front lower with drum brakes. Fits 1971 GMC G25/G2500 Van, front lower with front drum brakes. Fits 1969-1970 Chevrolet Blazer, front lower. Fits 1968-1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban, front lower. Fits 1970 GMC Jimmy, front lower.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6023 for the same application.
What This Ball Joint Helps Address
- Front suspension looseness at the lower control arm
- Clunking or popping from worn ball joint joints
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension play
- Steering instability caused by excess joint movement
- Restoration work on classic Chevrolet and GMC front suspension systems
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify front lower fitment by year, make, model, and brake configuration before installation. Because this is a press-in, threaded ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the control arm, fasteners, and surrounding wear points during service, and confirm the tapered stud seats correctly before final tightening.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this suspension ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific vehicles, with attention to OE-style fit and function. The steel body, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term service in front suspension applications such as the Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and related GM vans.












