MOOG part description

MOOG® ball joints provide long-lasting dependability and performance.

MOOG® Problem Solver® products incorporate proven design and engineering features for like new steering, ease of installation and longer life. MOOG is the preferred steering and suspension brand of professional technicians and NASCAR crew chiefs.
  • Long-lasting performance
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Loose or worn chassis parts can lead to premature tire wear

Product Description

Suspension Ball Joint

Application Summary

1982-1989 Buick Skyhawk (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1986-1998 Buick Skylark (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1986-1987 Buick Somerset (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1985 Buick Somerset Regal (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1982-1988 Cadillac Cimarron (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1987-1996 Chevrolet Beretta (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1982-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1987-1996 Chevrolet Corsica (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Calais (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1992-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1988-1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1982-1988 Oldsmobile Firenza (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1985-1998 Pontiac Grand Am (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1982-1983 Pontiac J2000 (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1984-1985 Pontiac J2000 Sunbird (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1986-1994 Pontiac Sunbird (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design); 1987-1991 Pontiac Tempest (Front Lower) (Qualifier: Standard Design)

Features & Benefits

  • Designed for OE fit and function
  • PROBLEM SOLVER® GUSHER BEARING -- Metal-to-metal design provides strength and allows grease to flow through bearing surface for reduced friction and long life
  • Premium boot keeps out contaminants
  • STRONG AND DURABLE -- Ball studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements to inhibit premature failure and improve fatigue strength
  • Replacement helps restore vehicle handling
  • GREASEABLE SOCKET -- Reduces corrosion and wear by allowing new lubricant to flush contaminants
  • Heavy duty gauge steel construction for strength and durability
  • ABSORBS IMPACT -- Belleville preload washer helps keep the bearing package tight as bearings wear
  • RESTORES LIKE-NEW STEERING -- Patented pressed-in cover plate seals out debris and minimizes looseness, reducing bearing wear and promoting longer life
  • EASY TO INSTALL -- Precision tolerances for easy installation and steering alignment giving you a perfect fit right out of the box
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE -- Available for foreign and domestic nameplates

Product Attributes

Material Neoprene
Castle Nut Included Yes
Suspension Grade Type Standard
Cotter Pin Hole Yes
Mounting Hole Quantity 3
Adjustable No
Greasable Yes
Mounting Type Bolt-On
Part Description Suspension Ball Joint
Mounting Hardware Included Yes
Mounting Type Bolt-On

Additional Information

Country of Origin (Primary) US
Harmonized Tariff Code (Schedule B) 8708806590
Harmonized Tariff Code (HTS) 8708806590
Refurbished Part N
Remanufactured Part N
Canadian Harmonizing Tariff Code 8708940000
UPC 00080066142562
UNSPSC 25174203

Part Interchanges

MOOG K5273 Cross Reference

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Fits Vehicles

  • Pontiac Tempest (1987-1991)
  • Pontiac Sunfire (1995-2005)
  • Pontiac Sunbird (1986-1994)
  • Pontiac J2000 Sunbird (1984-1985)
  • Pontiac J2000 (1982-1983)
  • Pontiac Grand Am (1985-1998)
  • Oldsmobile Firenza (1982-1988)
  • Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais (1988-1991)
  • Oldsmobile Calais (1985-1987)
  • Oldsmobile Achieva (1992-1998)
  • Chevrolet Corsica (1987-1996)
  • Chevrolet Cavalier (1982-2005)
  • Chevrolet Beretta (1987-1996)
  • Cadillac Cimarron (1982-1988)
  • Buick Somerset Regal (1985)
  • Buick Somerset (1986-1987)
  • Buick Skylark (1986-1998)
  • Buick Skyhawk (1982-1989)

For over 100 years, Moog® has been an industry leader in mid- to high-end aftermarket parts for steering, suspension, and driveline systems worldwide. Utilized by daily commuters to entire fleets, Moog parts have become synonymous with reliable performance that’s just as good or even better than their OE counterparts. Moog also incorporates innovative features in their products not found in competing products, such as patented forged steel bodies and metal “gusher” bearings that greatly reduce friction across moving components. The brand also leads the way in after-sales support, with comprehensive technical assistance and training materials available for customers around the world.

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