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Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint
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Driveworks chassis parts help to eliminate front-end vibration, shimmy and unsafe handling. Driveworks chassis parts meet OE specifications, help ensure improved steering response and reduce tire wear.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Forged housing provides exceptional strength and durability
- Oxidation film on the surface of the metal protects against corrosion
- Phosphated ball stud provides a smooth, durable and wear-resistant surface to extend service life
- Premium Polychloroprene rubber boots are fitted with grease relief valves to prevent contamination
| Arm & Joint: | No |
| Ball Joint Only: | Yes |
| Castle Nut: | Yes |
| Dust Seal: | Yes |
| Location: | Front Lower Ball Joint |
| Material: | 45#Steel:54=H 40Cr:39=H Others:7=H |
| Outside Diameter: | 44.6 mm |
| Replaceable Grease: | Yes |
| Stem Thread Size: | M16*1.5 |
| Stem With Cotter Pin Hole: | Yes |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsDriveworksSuspension Ball Joint
(based on 25 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
73%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (10)
- Easy to use (10)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
- Incompatible (3)
Best Uses
- Trucks (15)
- Large cars (3)
- Car & Truck:
- Auto enthusiast (5), Casual driver (4), Truck enthusiast (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Mechanic (8), Casual driver (5), Auto enthusiast (4), Truck enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18)
Most Liked Positive Review
Better than the factory part
This part takes some time to change but it is far better than the factory piece because it has a grease fitting so it can be lubricated during normal service intervals. Took some pounding to...Read complete review
This part takes some time to change but it is far better than the factory piece because it has a grease fitting so it can be lubricated during normal service intervals. Took some pounding to get out and some creativity to press back in. I did not remove the entire lower control arm- if you do than I recommend using a hydraulic press to make the job easier.
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Most Liked Negative Review
No, no, no
These ball joint are so poorly made for their application it's ridiculous. The boot is too short and when the joint pivots the boot slides off it's seat and this will let the elements in...Read complete review
These ball joint are so poorly made for their application it's ridiculous. The boot is too short and when the joint pivots the boot slides off it's seat and this will let the elements in (no they don't snap in place). If they were longer (like they should be) the steering knuckle would hold the boot in place. I should have spent the money on a better joint. Don't make the same mistake I did.
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Reviewed by 25 customers
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Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
Good stuff
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- None Due To Not Fitting
Cons
- Incompatible
Best Uses
- May Fit Other Fords
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
Got 2 of these because i just replaced the top ball joints. I have a 95 Explorer it was supposed to be a perfect fit sadly it was not! Both ball joints were too long for my 95 Explorer. After i installed them they stuck out too far grinding against my rims. I tried everything to make sure it was not something else causing it then i put the old ones back on and no problems at all. May fit other Ford models but not a 95 Explorer 4 wheel drive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to install
- Price Point Is Good
Cons
- Time will tell
Best Uses
- Large Cars
- Small Cars
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
not sure how these will hold up to heavy use
will have to get a few thousand miles on them first
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nothing
Cons
- Incompatible
Best Uses
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
DO NOT BUY FOR THE 2000 FORD EXPLORER!! the lower shaft of the ball joint will scrape your rim. you will have to grind a 1/4 inch of the lower shaft off to prevent your rim from getting damaged.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Correct Application
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
- Used In All Vehicles
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
The balljoint installed correctly, However it would be better if the rubber boot was taller so as to seal the gap between the joint and the spindle.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
product as shown , fast service
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
the ball joint was at my doorstep before the cost was debited
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Returnable
Cons
- Incompatible
Best Uses
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
Did not fit my truck like the website said it would.
Pros
- Easy Installat Home
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
installed in truck was fairly easy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint:
Replace ball joints in 1998 explorer at around 110,00 miles. Figured I would go the cheaper route with these and they should last the life of the vehicle. At around 125,000 miles I started to notice front end issues. Spent about an hour trying to determine the issue and could not find anything wrong. Never would have guessed the > 20,000 mile ball joints were going bad..... The boots on both sides were cracking and their was slop. Unfortunately I did not save receipt. These were supposed to be lifetime. Not sure if the design has been updated or not but having to redo the ball joints this quickly leads me to believe these are complete junk.
Long story short, I am doing ball joints again. This time I am going with the Moog's.
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Q:
Will this need to pressed into the lower control arm or does it just slide in and held by the retaining ring? 2001 Ford Explorer Sport 4x4 V6 NON flex fuel "E" is the engin codeAsked on 1/23/2013 by jam from Greenville SC1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Instructions: Preparing the Explorer: 1. Place a jack under the Explorer and raise it up. 2. Use a wheel-wrench to remove the nuts from the Explorer's wheel. 3. Remove the wheel from the Explorer. 4. Place a supporting device such as a floor jack underneath the control arm of the Explorer. Accessing the Ball Joints: 1. Remove the brake caliper's two mounting bolts with a socket wrench. Disconnect the brake caliper's electrical connector and remove it from the Explorer. 2. Remove the Explorer's brake disc by pulling it off. 3. Remove the brake disc splash cover by uninstalling its two securing bolts. 4. Use a slotted screwdriver to pry off the Explorer's tie-rods from the control arm. Replacing the Lower Ball Joint: 1. Remove the cotter pin and nut from the lower ball joint with a socket wrench. 2. Use a ball joint fork to pry out the lower ball joint. 3. Install the replacement lower ball joint and secure it by reinstalling the cotter pin and the nut. Replacing the Upper Ball Joint: 1. Drill out the four securing rivets from the upper ball joint with a drill. 2. Pull the upper ball joint off and install the replacement ball joint. 3. Secure the upper ball joint to the vehicle by installing the four bolt and nut assemblies that came with the replacement upper ball joint. Reassembly: 1. Reattach the tie-rods and the brake disc splash cover. 2. Reinstall the brake disc and reconnect the brake caliper's electrical connector. Mount the brake caliper back to the underside of the Explorer. 3. Reattach the wheel and its accompanying nuts. 4. Remove the floor jack from the lower control arm. Lower the Explorer to ground level. For further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.Answered on 1/24/2013 by Steve from AAP
Q:
Is this product for a 4 wheel drive expeditionAsked on 12/29/2012 by frozentundra from ND1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, this Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint part# DW-K8695T is compatible with 4 wheel drive expedition. For further assistance, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.Answered on 12/30/2012 by Rick from AAP
Q:
i have a 99 ford ranger 2wd that need all ball joints replaced.this sight has just balljoints only that say exact fit for my truck, however, haynes manual says must replace upper and lower control arms. i'm a little confused.. have already ordered just balljoints. Help!Asked on 11/14/2012 by doityourselfer from morgantown, ky1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
With reference to your inquiry on Driveworks Suspension Ball Joint - Part No. DW-K8695T, the control arm is a lasting product and hence there is no harm in replacing the ball joints alone. Replacing a set of ball joints requires separating the control arms from the steering knuckles, a job which can be difficult depending on the design and age of the vehicle. This is the reason most stores/manuals recommend the control arm replacement instead of the ball joint. For any further assistance please feel free to call us at: 1-877-238-2623 or visit the nearest Advance Auto store and one of our representatives will gladly assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.Answered on 11/15/2012 by John the Car-Doc from AAP
Q:
i have the manuel for this truck, it states that i must replace the whole lower control arme assembly. can i just get the lower ball joint and do this replacement myself?Asked on 11/22/2011 by bird/swamp thing from jacksonville, FL.1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, its a bit challenge to replace the ball joint however its worth saving money.Answered on 11/22/2011 by John the Car-Doc from AAP
Q:
It is saying that this fits the Lower and Upper Ball Joints for my 95' Explorer 4x4, Does it really fit both locations?Asked on 10/25/2011 by Stew from Council Bluffs, Ia2 answers
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, this part fits your 1995 Ford Explorer. This is a lower ball joint.Answered on 10/26/2011 by Vincent from AAPCUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, this part fits your 1995 Ford Explorer.
This part is for front lower side.Answered on 10/26/2011 by Aaron from AAP
Q:
Why does this part not show the cotter pin or rubber boot like the other lower ball joints. Does this part work in the same way that this part: http://tinyurl.com/3nd7lle does?Asked on 5/12/2011 by Brandon from Sioux Falls, SD1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, it works same as the other one. Images are generic. We need your vehicle info to get you the exact fitment of this item.Answered on 7/8/2011 by DIY Daniel from AAP
Q:
are these grease able?Asked on 3/4/2011 by Anonymous2 answers
CUSTOMER CARE
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Yes, it is grease able.Answered on 3/10/2011 by Parts Guru Geo from AAPA:
yes the fitting is includedAnswered on 10/23/2011 by tommy two tone from durham, nc
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