Product Details
This page covers the Whiteline Front Lower Ball Joint for the 1979-1986 Mercury Marquis Base, Brougham (Panther). Whiteline's note for this fit: Standard Replacement. Placement: front. You receive 1 ball joint. Whiteline part number: W53557. The listing names the Base and Brougham trims.
A loose ball joint can be felt as a vague front end and heard as a knock over bumps. It is also a load-bearing part of the suspension, so a worn joint is worth replacing rather than living with.
Expect a difficult job of about 1 hour. Get the car aligned once it is back on the ground. Working on the same car? We also list 16mm Adjustable Front Camber Bolts and Ball Joint Boot Kit for the Marquis.
Features
- Durable build: Durable materials stand up to high loads and constant suspension movement.
- Serviceable: A grease fitting is included, so the part can be re-greased as it ages.
- Replacement joint: Restores steering precision and smooth articulation at the control arm.
- Play removed: Removes the play and looseness that worn factory joints develop.
- Geometry: Keeps alignment and geometry closer to where they should be.
Specifications
| Part Number | W53557 |
| Part Name | Ball Joint |
| Vehicle | 1979-1986 Mercury Marquis Base, Brougham |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Chassis Code | Panther |
| Adjustable | No |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Yes |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Grade Type | Standard Replacement |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Installation Difficulty | Difficult |
| Installation Time (hrs) | 1 |
| Kit Contents | 1 Ball Joint |
| Mount Type | Press In |
| Vehicle Placement | Front |
| Wheel Alignment Required | Yes |
| Notes | Standard Replacement |