What is the benefit of a greaseable ball joint?

A greaseable ball joint allows you to introduce fresh lubricant into the socket. This helps to flush out contaminants like dirt and water, reducing internal wear and corrosion, which can extend the life of the ball joint.

What does the 'Gusher Bearing' design do?

The Gusher Bearing design is a metal-to-metal setup that allows grease to flow through the bearing surface. This continuous lubrication helps reduce friction and wear, contributing to a longer service life for the ball joint.

Does this ball joint come with any hardware?

This product listing is for the ball joint itself. It is recommended to check the manufacturer's installation instructions or consult with a parts specialist to confirm if any specific hardware is included or required for installation.

Moog Ball Joint K8212 - 1957-1979 Ford/Mercury/Lincoln

Name: MOOG 57-74 Ford Country Sedan Front Upper Ball Joint
Brand: Moog
Price: 40.36 USD
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MOOG 57-74 Ford Country Sedan Front Upper Ball Joint

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Moog front upper ball joint. Greaseable socket reduces wear and corrosion for longer life.

Key Features

Fits 1957-1979 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles.
Problem Solver Gusher Bearing design allows grease to flow through the bearing surface for reduced friction and longer life.
Heat-treated ball studs meet or exceed OE requirements to resist premature failure and improve fatigue strength.
Greaseable socket helps reduce corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush out contaminants.
Precision tolerances ensure easy installation and proper steering alignment.

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Will this fit your vehicle?

Product Details

Moog is known for making well-built suspension and steering parts that often solve common vehicle issues. This K8212 front upper ball joint is a prime example, designed to keep your classic Ford, Mercury, or Lincoln rolling smoothly. It fits a wide range of vehicles from the late 50s through the mid-70s, including models like the Ford Country Sedan, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Monterey.

What sets this ball joint apart is its Problem Solver Gusher Bearing design. This metal-to-metal setup allows grease to flow directly to the bearing surface, which helps reduce friction and flush out contaminants. This means less wear and tear over time, especially if you keep it greased. The ball stud itself is heat-treated to meet or exceed original equipment specs, giving it strength to resist premature failure. Plus, the socket is greaseable, so you can introduce fresh lubricant to keep corrosion and wear at bay.

When you're rebuilding the front end of one of these vehicles, getting parts that fit right and last is key. This Moog ball joint is built with precision tolerances to ensure it installs easily and helps maintain proper steering alignment.