MOOG 01-12 Ford Escape Front Lower Ball Joint

When you're tackling suspension work on your 2001-2012 Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner, a solid front lower ball joint is key to restoring that like-new steering feel. This Moog K80107 ball joint is built to handle the job, featuring a Gusher Bearing design. This metal-to-metal setup allows grease to flow through the bearing surface, which helps reduce friction and extend the life of the joint.

Moog has also included a patented pressed-in cover plate that works to seal out debris, minimizing looseness and bearing wear. The ball stud itself is heat-treated to meet or exceed original equipment requirements, helping to prevent premature failure and improve fatigue strength. Plus, the greaseable socket means you can flush out contaminants with fresh lubricant, further reducing corrosion and wear. A Belleville preload washer is also part of the design, keeping the bearing package tight as the bearings naturally wear over time.