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, which can cause corrosion and wear, ultimately extending the life of the ball joint.

What does the 'Gusher Bearing' design do?

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

Does this ball joint come with all necessary hardware for installation?

This product is the Moog K500343 front lower ball joint. While it is designed for a direct fit, it is recommended to consult the manufacturer's installation instructions or a professional mechanic to confirm if any additional hardware is required for your specific vehicle.

1999-2003 Mazda Protege Front Lower Ball Joint

Name: MOOG 99-03 Mazda Protege Front Lower Ball Joint
Brand: Moog
Price: 43.64 USD
Availability: InStock

MOOG 99-03 Mazda Protege Front Lower Ball Joint

$43.64

In Stock

Fits 1999-2003 Mazda Protege. Moog front lower ball joint restores like-new steering with a greaseable socket to reduce wear.

Key Features

Fits 1999-2003 Mazda Protege.
The Problem Solver Gusher Bearing design features a metal-to-metal construction that allows grease to flow through the bearing surface, reducing friction and wear.
A patented pressed-in cover plate seals out debris and minimizes looseness, helping to reduce bearing wear and extend the ball joint's life.
Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements, improving fatigue strength and inhibiting premature failure.
A Belleville preload washer helps keep the bearing package tight as the bearings wear.
The socket is greaseable, allowing new lubricant to flush out contaminants and reduce corrosion and wear.

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Fits this vehicle

Mazda Protege 1999-2003

Product Details

The metal-to-metal design of this Moog ball joint allows grease to flow through the bearing surface, which helps reduce friction and extend its life. This is a key feature of the Problem Solver Gusher Bearing design, aiming for reliable performance you can count on for your 1999-2003 Mazda Protege.

Moog has included a patented pressed-in cover plate that works to seal out debris, minimizing looseness and reducing bearing wear. The ball stud itself is heat treated to meet or exceed original equipment requirements, which helps prevent premature failure and improves fatigue strength. Plus, a Belleville preload washer is built in to keep the bearing package tight as the bearings naturally wear over time. This ball joint is also greaseable, allowing you to flush out contaminants with fresh lubricant, further reducing corrosion and wear.

You can expect a precise fit right out of the box, making installation straightforward and helping to ensure proper steering alignment. This part is designed to restore like-new steering feel to your Protege.