Dorman 533-240 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman 533-240 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 533-240 is a threaded suspension ball joint for the front upper position on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with fitment for classic full-size platforms including the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Mark VI.
Key Features
- Front upper suspension ball joint for select rear-wheel-drive applications
- Threaded stud type with bolt-in mounting design
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Greaseable design with grease fitting provision
- Castle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-240, is built for the front upper suspension location on compatible Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models from 1979 through 1991. It is a steel, threaded replacement assembly with a dust boot and greaseable service design, made to restore steering and suspension connection points where wear can affect alignment and road feel. Applications include the 1979-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, 1979-1986 Ford LTD, 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, and 1991 Ford Grand Marquis. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn upper ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Alignment instability after suspension wear develops
- Noise from a deteriorated dust boot or dry joint
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the front upper position and threaded-style fitment before installation. The included cotter pin hole and castle nut support secure fastening, and the greaseable design allows routine lubrication after service. Because this is a bolt-in, threaded suspension ball joint, confirm thread engagement, stud length, and mounting-hole alignment against the original part before final assembly. Use the vehicle’s service specifications for torque and alignment checks after installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested OE-style replacement for specific vehicles, with attention to material, fit, and suspension function. Part number 533-240 is engineered for dependable service in the front upper suspension location on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.
Dorman 533-240 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman 533-240 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 533-240 is a threaded suspension ball joint for the front upper position on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with fitment for classic full-size platforms including the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Mark VI.
Key Features
- Front upper suspension ball joint for select rear-wheel-drive applications
- Threaded stud type with bolt-in mounting design
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Greaseable design with grease fitting provision
- Castle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-240, is built for the front upper suspension location on compatible Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models from 1979 through 1991. It is a steel, threaded replacement assembly with a dust boot and greaseable service design, made to restore steering and suspension connection points where wear can affect alignment and road feel. Applications include the 1979-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, 1979-1986 Ford LTD, 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, and 1991 Ford Grand Marquis. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn upper ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Alignment instability after suspension wear develops
- Noise from a deteriorated dust boot or dry joint
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the front upper position and threaded-style fitment before installation. The included cotter pin hole and castle nut support secure fastening, and the greaseable design allows routine lubrication after service. Because this is a bolt-in, threaded suspension ball joint, confirm thread engagement, stud length, and mounting-hole alignment against the original part before final assembly. Use the vehicle’s service specifications for torque and alignment checks after installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested OE-style replacement for specific vehicles, with attention to material, fit, and suspension function. Part number 533-240 is engineered for dependable service in the front upper suspension location on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.
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Dorman 533-240 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 533-240 is a threaded suspension ball joint for the front upper position on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with fitment for classic full-size platforms including the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Mark VI.
Key Features
- Front upper suspension ball joint for select rear-wheel-drive applications
- Threaded stud type with bolt-in mounting design
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Greaseable design with grease fitting provision
- Castle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-240, is built for the front upper suspension location on compatible Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models from 1979 through 1991. It is a steel, threaded replacement assembly with a dust boot and greaseable service design, made to restore steering and suspension connection points where wear can affect alignment and road feel. Applications include the 1979-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, 1979-1986 Ford LTD, 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, and 1991 Ford Grand Marquis. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8310 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn upper ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Alignment instability after suspension wear develops
- Noise from a deteriorated dust boot or dry joint
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the front upper position and threaded-style fitment before installation. The included cotter pin hole and castle nut support secure fastening, and the greaseable design allows routine lubrication after service. Because this is a bolt-in, threaded suspension ball joint, confirm thread engagement, stud length, and mounting-hole alignment against the original part before final assembly. Use the vehicle’s service specifications for torque and alignment checks after installation.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested OE-style replacement for specific vehicles, with attention to material, fit, and suspension function. Part number 533-240 is engineered for dependable service in the front upper suspension location on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.
