Dorman 533-230 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-230 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-230 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific Ford heavy-duty applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service in the front lower suspension position on Ford F-250, F-350, and Excursion models.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint interface
- Castle nut and mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud design with cotter pin hole
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Wrench size: 12 mm
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-230, is designed for front lower use on a wide range of Ford trucks and SUVs, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-350, Ford F-250, and Ford Excursion applications. The steel body, threaded construction, and press-in mounting style support OE-style service on vehicles that rely on a front lower ball joint for steering and suspension articulation. The dust boot is included to help shield the joint from road contamination, while the tapered stud and cotter pin hole support secure installation at the knuckle. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80027 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play in the lower suspension
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford F-250 and F-350 front lower suspension systems
- Restoration of proper suspension geometry after OE joint wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2011-2016 Ford F-350, front lower; 1999-2009 Ford F-350, front lower; 1987-1997 Ford F-350, front lower; 2000-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 1987-1996 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250, front lower, Heavy Duty Vehicles; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front lower; 1987-1991 Ford B-200, front lower; and 1986-1991 Ford F-200, front lower. Verify the front lower suspension configuration before installation, and confirm the tapered stud, 12 mm wrench size, and press-in mounting style match the vehicle service requirements. Use the included castle nut and mounting hardware during assembly, and follow the vehicle service manual for proper torque and alignment procedures.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. Part number 533-230 is built for direct-fit service in supported Ford applications.
Dorman 533-230 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-230 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-230 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific Ford heavy-duty applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service in the front lower suspension position on Ford F-250, F-350, and Excursion models.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint interface
- Castle nut and mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud design with cotter pin hole
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Wrench size: 12 mm
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-230, is designed for front lower use on a wide range of Ford trucks and SUVs, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-350, Ford F-250, and Ford Excursion applications. The steel body, threaded construction, and press-in mounting style support OE-style service on vehicles that rely on a front lower ball joint for steering and suspension articulation. The dust boot is included to help shield the joint from road contamination, while the tapered stud and cotter pin hole support secure installation at the knuckle. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80027 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play in the lower suspension
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford F-250 and F-350 front lower suspension systems
- Restoration of proper suspension geometry after OE joint wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2011-2016 Ford F-350, front lower; 1999-2009 Ford F-350, front lower; 1987-1997 Ford F-350, front lower; 2000-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 1987-1996 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250, front lower, Heavy Duty Vehicles; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front lower; 1987-1991 Ford B-200, front lower; and 1986-1991 Ford F-200, front lower. Verify the front lower suspension configuration before installation, and confirm the tapered stud, 12 mm wrench size, and press-in mounting style match the vehicle service requirements. Use the included castle nut and mounting hardware during assembly, and follow the vehicle service manual for proper torque and alignment procedures.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. Part number 533-230 is built for direct-fit service in supported Ford applications.
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Dorman 533-230 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-230 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific Ford heavy-duty applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service in the front lower suspension position on Ford F-250, F-350, and Excursion models.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint interface
- Castle nut and mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud design with cotter pin hole
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Wrench size: 12 mm
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-230, is designed for front lower use on a wide range of Ford trucks and SUVs, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-350, Ford F-250, and Ford Excursion applications. The steel body, threaded construction, and press-in mounting style support OE-style service on vehicles that rely on a front lower ball joint for steering and suspension articulation. The dust boot is included to help shield the joint from road contamination, while the tapered stud and cotter pin hole support secure installation at the knuckle. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80027 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play in the lower suspension
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford F-250 and F-350 front lower suspension systems
- Restoration of proper suspension geometry after OE joint wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2011-2016 Ford F-350, front lower; 1999-2009 Ford F-350, front lower; 1987-1997 Ford F-350, front lower; 2000-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 1987-1996 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250, front lower, Heavy Duty Vehicles; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front lower; 1987-1991 Ford B-200, front lower; and 1986-1991 Ford F-200, front lower. Verify the front lower suspension configuration before installation, and confirm the tapered stud, 12 mm wrench size, and press-in mounting style match the vehicle service requirements. Use the included castle nut and mounting hardware during assembly, and follow the vehicle service manual for proper torque and alignment procedures.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. Part number 533-230 is built for direct-fit service in supported Ford applications.
