Heavy Duty Front Upper Ball Joint Apex Chassis
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Can I pick up my order or have it installed at your shop?
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How do I know if this part fits my vehicle?
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What if I need to return a product or it’s defective?
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What's the lead time on custom or fabricated parts?
Many of our parts are built to order — especially fabricated or performance components. These can take additional time to produce before shipping. Lead times vary by manufacturer and demand, but we’ll always keep you updated along the way. If you’re working on a tight schedule, reach out before ordering at 636-429-7020 and we’ll confirm current availability or estimated ship dates.
For older or high-mileage Dodge Ram 1500 / 2500 / 3500 trucks that have had ball joints replaced before, the Apex Chassis Heavy Duty Front Upper Ball Joint – Knurled Housing pairs a carbon bearing with a plunger design stud.
Why Choose the Apex Chassis Heavy Duty Front Upper Ball Joint, Knurled (BJ130K)?
- Knurled housing – recommended for older trucks with previously replaced ball joints, or high mileage trucks
- Carbon bearing design – used mainly in Jeep and Dodge upper ball joints – the solver of all things wobbly
- Plunger design stud – allows up and down movement with no side-to-side movement
- Internal seal boot – coined onto the ball joint for superior sealing against contaminants
- Forged and machined – SAE 1045 forged housing, CNC machined, SAE 4140 chromoly ball stud
Fits These Models
- Dodge RAM 1500 (2006-2008) 4WD
- Dodge RAM 2500 (2003-2006) 4WD
- Dodge RAM 2500 (2007-2010) 2WD or 4WD
- Dodge RAM 3500 (2003-2010) 2WD or 4WD
- Dodge RAM (2011-2013) 4WD
- Dodge RAM 2500 (2014-2022) 2WD or 4WD
- Dodge RAM 3500 (2011-2022) 2WD or 4WD
Specifications
- SAE 1045 solid steel forged housing
- Knurled housing – the preferred design for aftermarket installations
- CNC machined housing – dimensionally precise parts and bearings, no die-wear issues
- SAE 4140 hot forged chromoly ball studs
- Plunger design stud – up and down movement, no side-to-side movement
- Induction heat treated ball studs – precise heat treatment to an exact depth and location
- Step threads – easy hardware movement on install and superior holding when torqued
- Carbon bearing design
- CR rubber boots – resist road-level ozone, oil/gas/engine fluids and extreme heat or cold
- Internal seal boot – coined onto the ball joint
- E-coat finish – durable e-coat treatment
- Grade 8 - Class 10.9 hardware – superior tensile strength
- Castle nut – industry standard where high vibration loads occur
- Pre-threaded zerk housing
- Greaseable
- Pre-greased from the factory
- Zerk fittings included
- Vehicle position – front upper
- Quantity per vehicle – 2
- Moog interchange – K7460
- XRF interchange – K7460X
Notes
- This is the knurled housing version. For the un-knurled housing, see BJ130.
- How to choose: for older trucks that have had ball joints replaced, or high mileage trucks, Apex recommends the knurled version. For newer trucks with the original factory ball joints, or low mileage older trucks, Apex recommends the un-knurled version (BJ130).
SKU: BJ130K
Questions? We’re Here to Help.
Have questions about upgrades for your Ram? Contact FASS Motorsports and we’ll get you dialed:
Phone: 636-429-7020
Email: info@fassmotorsports.com
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