Product Details
The Whiteline Front Lower Ball Joint fits the 1980 Lincoln Continental Base. The listing names the Base trim. It goes on the front of the vehicle. The kit contains 1 ball joint. Order it as part number W53557. The chassis code on the listing is Panther. Whiteline's note for this fit: Standard Replacement.
Ball joints carry a big share of the car's weight and the loads from steering and braking. A worn one lets the wheel shift out of position, so replacing it restores precise steering and keeps alignment settings from drifting.
Installation is rated difficult, with about 1 hour of work listed. Get the car aligned once it is back on the ground.
Features
- Play removed: Removes the play and looseness that worn factory joints develop.
- Replacement joint: Restores steering precision and smooth articulation at the control arm.
- Durable build: Durable materials stand up to high loads and constant suspension movement.
- Serviceable: A grease fitting lets the part be serviced later.
- Geometry: Helps hold correct wheel alignment and suspension geometry.
Specifications
| Part Number | W53557 |
| Part Name | Ball Joint |
| Vehicle | 1980 Lincoln Continental Base |
| 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 |