Product Details
The Whiteline Front Lower Ball Joint fits the 1982-1985 Mercury Capri RS. The listing names the RS trim. Included: 1 ball joint. Whiteline's note for this fit: Standard Replacement. This part is for the front of the vehicle. Chassis code: Fox. Whiteline part number: W53557.
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.
Installation is rated difficult, with about 1 hour of work listed. Get the car aligned once it is back on the ground. Other Whiteline parts we list for the Capri: 16mm Adjustable Front Camber Bolts, Front Sway Bar Link Kit, and Ball Joint Boot Kit.
Features
- Replacement joint: A replacement ball joint built to bring back accurate steering and free suspension movement.
- Serviceable: A grease fitting lets the part be serviced later.
- Play removed: Takes out the slack of a worn original joint.
- Geometry: Helps hold correct wheel alignment and suspension geometry.
- Durable build: Made from wear-resistant materials built for heavy loads and constant movement.
Specifications
| Part Number | W53557 |
| Part Name | Ball Joint |
| Vehicle | 1982-1985 Mercury Capri RS |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Chassis Code | Fox |
| 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 |