Dorman BJ85156RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Severe-Duty Use
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Ford, Mazda, and related applications. It is part of the RD, or Rugged Duty, line developed for vehicles that face towing, hauling, off-road work, and other demanding conditions.
For Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, and other listed applications, this replacement ball joint uses a steel housing with a corrosion-resistant finish and a dust boot made from polychloroprene. The design also includes a greaseable construction and mounting hardware.
Key Features
- Part number: BJ85156RD
- RD Rugged Duty chassis component for severe-service suspension use
- Steel construction with protective coating for added corrosion resistance
- Threaded, pinch-style mounting design
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Fits front upper suspension positions on listed vehicles
Product Details
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is engineered as a replacement suspension ball joint for vehicles that see repeated load, vibration, and harsh operating conditions. The quenched and tempered steel housing is built for durability, while the coated finish and coated hardware help resist corrosion over time. The greaseable design and included dust boot support serviceability in demanding fleet and work-truck environments.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8560T and Delphi TC1664 for the same application. It is a direct-fit option for many Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, Ford Explorer, Mazda Navajo, and Ford Bronco II front upper suspension applications.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Front suspension looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to ball joint wear
- Steering instability on heavy-duty or high-mileage vehicles
- Corrosion-related failure in harsh-duty service
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a pinch-style, threaded mounting design with a 12 mm wrench size and includes mounting hardware. Inspect the surrounding control arm and steering components for wear before completing the repair. Proper lubrication and regular maintenance are important for long-term service life.
Quality Assurance
Dorman RD chassis parts are built for severe-duty service applications and are engineered to outperform standard aftermarket replacements in demanding use cases. BJ85156RD is designed for vehicles that need dependable suspension performance in work, towing, rescue, and off-road environments.
Dorman BJ85156RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Severe-Duty Use
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Ford, Mazda, and related applications. It is part of the RD, or Rugged Duty, line developed for vehicles that face towing, hauling, off-road work, and other demanding conditions.
For Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, and other listed applications, this replacement ball joint uses a steel housing with a corrosion-resistant finish and a dust boot made from polychloroprene. The design also includes a greaseable construction and mounting hardware.
Key Features
- Part number: BJ85156RD
- RD Rugged Duty chassis component for severe-service suspension use
- Steel construction with protective coating for added corrosion resistance
- Threaded, pinch-style mounting design
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Fits front upper suspension positions on listed vehicles
Product Details
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is engineered as a replacement suspension ball joint for vehicles that see repeated load, vibration, and harsh operating conditions. The quenched and tempered steel housing is built for durability, while the coated finish and coated hardware help resist corrosion over time. The greaseable design and included dust boot support serviceability in demanding fleet and work-truck environments.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8560T and Delphi TC1664 for the same application. It is a direct-fit option for many Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, Ford Explorer, Mazda Navajo, and Ford Bronco II front upper suspension applications.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Front suspension looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to ball joint wear
- Steering instability on heavy-duty or high-mileage vehicles
- Corrosion-related failure in harsh-duty service
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a pinch-style, threaded mounting design with a 12 mm wrench size and includes mounting hardware. Inspect the surrounding control arm and steering components for wear before completing the repair. Proper lubrication and regular maintenance are important for long-term service life.
Quality Assurance
Dorman RD chassis parts are built for severe-duty service applications and are engineered to outperform standard aftermarket replacements in demanding use cases. BJ85156RD is designed for vehicles that need dependable suspension performance in work, towing, rescue, and off-road environments.
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Dorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Severe-Duty Use
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Ford, Mazda, and related applications. It is part of the RD, or Rugged Duty, line developed for vehicles that face towing, hauling, off-road work, and other demanding conditions.
For Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, and other listed applications, this replacement ball joint uses a steel housing with a corrosion-resistant finish and a dust boot made from polychloroprene. The design also includes a greaseable construction and mounting hardware.
Key Features
- Part number: BJ85156RD
- RD Rugged Duty chassis component for severe-service suspension use
- Steel construction with protective coating for added corrosion resistance
- Threaded, pinch-style mounting design
- Greaseable design with dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Fits front upper suspension positions on listed vehicles
Product Details
Dorman RD BJ85156RD is engineered as a replacement suspension ball joint for vehicles that see repeated load, vibration, and harsh operating conditions. The quenched and tempered steel housing is built for durability, while the coated finish and coated hardware help resist corrosion over time. The greaseable design and included dust boot support serviceability in demanding fleet and work-truck environments.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8560T and Delphi TC1664 for the same application. It is a direct-fit option for many Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford E-150, Ford E-250, Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, Ford Explorer, Mazda Navajo, and Ford Bronco II front upper suspension applications.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Front suspension looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint
- Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to ball joint wear
- Steering instability on heavy-duty or high-mileage vehicles
- Corrosion-related failure in harsh-duty service
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This part uses a pinch-style, threaded mounting design with a 12 mm wrench size and includes mounting hardware. Inspect the surrounding control arm and steering components for wear before completing the repair. Proper lubrication and regular maintenance are important for long-term service life.
Quality Assurance
Dorman RD chassis parts are built for severe-duty service applications and are engineered to outperform standard aftermarket replacements in demanding use cases. BJ85156RD is designed for vehicles that need dependable suspension performance in work, towing, rescue, and off-road environments.
