Product Details
This Whiteline Front Lower Ball Joint fits the 1984-1986 Ford Thunderbird Elan. Position: front. Trim named on the listing: Elan. Order it as part number W53557. Application note: Standard Replacement. The kit contains 1 ball joint.
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. Other Whiteline parts we list for the Thunderbird: 16mm Adjustable Front Camber Bolts, Ball Joint Boot Kit, and Front Transmission Mount Bushing Kit.
Features
- Serviceable: Includes a grease fitting for future maintenance.
- Geometry: Keeps alignment and geometry closer to where they should be.
- Durable build: Durable materials stand up to high loads and constant suspension movement.
- Play removed: Removes the play and looseness that worn factory joints develop.
- Replacement joint: A replacement ball joint built to bring back accurate steering and free suspension movement.
Specifications
| Part Number | W53557 |
| Part Name | Ball Joint |
| Vehicle | 1984-1986 Ford Thunderbird Elan |
| 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 |
Fitment for Thunderbird ball joints
Fits the 1984-1986 Ford Thunderbird Elan. Each model year is listed below.