Dorman 540-027 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 540-027 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-027 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Ford and Dodge trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, and Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 front lower positions.
Key Features
- Front lower suspension ball joint for select Ford and Dodge applications
- Threaded stud design with press-in mounting type
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Mounting hardware included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Part number: 540-027
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front lower service on 1992-2022 Ford and Dodge platforms, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250, Ford Excursion, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500. The steel body, threaded stud, and press-in mounting style are intended to match the original suspension layout on the listed vehicles. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area from road contamination, while the premium-grade construction supports dependable replacement service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8607T for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Excessive front suspension play or looseness
- Clunking or knocking from the front lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford Super Duty and Dodge Ram front ends
- Restoring proper front lower joint articulation after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and inspect the surrounding control arm or axle components for wear before reassembly. Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2001-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front lower; 1999 Ford F-250, front lower; 1992-1997 Ford F-350, front lower.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified applications. Part number 540-027 is built to meet the needs of front lower suspension repair on select Ford and Dodge trucks.
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$15.22Dorman 540-027 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 540-027 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-027 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Ford and Dodge trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, and Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 front lower positions.
Key Features
- Front lower suspension ball joint for select Ford and Dodge applications
- Threaded stud design with press-in mounting type
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Mounting hardware included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Part number: 540-027
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front lower service on 1992-2022 Ford and Dodge platforms, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250, Ford Excursion, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500. The steel body, threaded stud, and press-in mounting style are intended to match the original suspension layout on the listed vehicles. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area from road contamination, while the premium-grade construction supports dependable replacement service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8607T for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Excessive front suspension play or looseness
- Clunking or knocking from the front lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford Super Duty and Dodge Ram front ends
- Restoring proper front lower joint articulation after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and inspect the surrounding control arm or axle components for wear before reassembly. Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2001-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front lower; 1999 Ford F-250, front lower; 1992-1997 Ford F-350, front lower.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified applications. Part number 540-027 is built to meet the needs of front lower suspension repair on select Ford and Dodge trucks.
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Dorman 540-027 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-027 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Ford and Dodge trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford Excursion, and Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 front lower positions.
Key Features
- Front lower suspension ball joint for select Ford and Dodge applications
- Threaded stud design with press-in mounting type
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Mounting hardware included
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Part number: 540-027
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front lower service on 1992-2022 Ford and Dodge platforms, including Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250, Ford Excursion, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500. The steel body, threaded stud, and press-in mounting style are intended to match the original suspension layout on the listed vehicles. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area from road contamination, while the premium-grade construction supports dependable replacement service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8607T for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Excessive front suspension play or looseness
- Clunking or knocking from the front lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
- Steering instability on Ford Super Duty and Dodge Ram front ends
- Restoring proper front lower joint articulation after wear
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded stud, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and inspect the surrounding control arm or axle components for wear before reassembly. Fits 1999-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, front lower; 1999-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty, front lower; 2001-2009 Ford F-250, front lower; 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front lower; 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front lower; 1999 Ford F-250, front lower; 1992-1997 Ford F-350, front lower.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified applications. Part number 540-027 is built to meet the needs of front lower suspension repair on select Ford and Dodge trucks.
