Product Details
This page covers the Whiteline Front Lower Ball Joint for the 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird LX, Sport, Turbo (Fox). Part number W53557. This part is for the front of the vehicle. You receive 1 ball joint. Whiteline's note for this fit: Standard Replacement. The listing names the LX, Sport, and Turbo trims.
The lower ball joint is the pivot between the control arm and the steering knuckle, and the wheel turns and moves up and down on it. When it wears, it develops play that shows up as clunks, wandering steering, and uneven tire wear. A new joint takes up that slack.
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, Ball Joint Boot Kit, and Front Transmission Mount Bushing Kit for the Thunderbird.
Features
- Serviceable: A grease fitting is included, so the part can be re-greased as it ages.
- Replacement joint: A replacement ball joint built to bring back accurate steering and free suspension movement.
- Durable build: Durable materials stand up to high loads and constant suspension movement.
- Geometry: Keeps alignment and geometry closer to where they should be.
- Play removed: Takes out the slack of a worn original joint.
Specifications
| Part Number | W53557 |
| Part Name | Ball Joint |
| Vehicle | 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird LX, Sport, Turbo |
| 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 |