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Low-Friction Ball Joint, 1979-2004 Mustang

Low-Friction Ball Joint, 1979-2004 Mustang
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  • Low-Friction Ball Joint, 1979-2004 Mustang

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$37.40

  • Part # Service-15

Description 

Low-friction ball joint for MM Front Control Arms. Reproduction of the now hard-to-find OEM SN95 Mustang low friction design.

Unlike standard replacement ball joints found elsewhere, this new product has the identical outside diameter as the OEM Ford ball joint. That allows easy replacement in the MM Front Control Arm's machined cup.

Standard replacement ball joints are oversized to fit stamped-steel control arms that become distorted from the initial assembly. The ball joint hole becomes enlarged, so an oversized replacement restores proper press fit. MM Front Control Arms have a precisely machined steel tube for the ball joint that does not distort from the press fit. Oversized ball joints will not press in.

  • Low-friction design improves handling and ride quality compared to the OEM 1979-1993 ball joint design.
  • Commonly available aftermarket replacement ball joints sold at auto parts stores for 1994-2004 Mustangs are not the low-friction design, but are similar to the old Fox Mustang design that has considerable friction.
  • Friction in suspension pivots is bad for handling and bad for ride quality.
  • Ford's low-friction design was original equipment on all 1994-2004 Mustangs.

 Fits

  • All MM Front Control Arms
  • 1979-2004 Mustang spindles (except SVO)
  • 1983-88 Thunderbird spindles
  • 1979-2004 Mustang stock control arms. Note: the hole in the stamped steel control arm will need to be shrunk slightly to ensure a good press fit. Please see the Instructions tab for more information.

Includes 1 ball joint and 1 locking nut.

  • Easy replacement of OEM ball joint.
  • Low-friction design is an upgrade for 1979-1993 Mustangs, and will improve ride quality and handling by reducing friction in the suspension.
  • Direct replacement ball joint for Maximum Motorsports tubular front control arms
  • MM includes a new locking nut; Ford will charge you extra for it.
  • 1994-2004 low friction design
  • Includes new locking nut
  • Low-friction lining never needs lubrication.
  • Includes 1 ball joint and 1 locking nut

This ball joint is a direct replacement for the 1994-2004 Mustang OEM ball joint.

Fits

  • For 1 front control arm: Includes 1 ball joint and 1 locking nut
  • Maximum Motorsports tubular front control arms for 1979-2004 Mustang
  • 1979-2004 OEM Mustang front control arms; hole will need to be shrunk for a good press fit.
  • 1994-2004 Mustang spindles
  • 1979-1993 Mustang spindles. Note: Uses locking nut for positive retention instead of the original Fox design's cotter pin.
  • 1984-1986 SVO Mustang OEM spindle only when MMFCAB-10 SVO Mustang spindle/ball joint adapter is also used

Does not fit

Do you provide installation instructions?
No. This part is installed in the same manner as a regular service replacement part. If you do not know how to install it, see a professional.

We will give you some hints; see the Instructions tab.

  • This part is installed in the same manner as a regular service replacement part.
  • If you do not know how to install it, see a professional.
  • Improper installation may lead to a failure causing serious damage.

We will give you some hints; even some professionals miss these.

  • OEM control arms: After removing the old ball joint, take steps to slightly reduce the diameter of the ball joint hole in the stamped steel control arm. All it needs is a few thousandths of an inch to ensure a tight press fit.
  • MM control arms: use a sleeve-retaining (also called bearing-retaining) compound to ensure retention in the machined receiver tube. A commonly available brand is called "green Loctite."
  • NEVER tack-weld the ball joint to the control arm. Doing so will destroy the low-friction lining.