What is a Ball Joint?
In an automobile, ball joints are spherical bearings that connect the control arms to the steering knuckles, and are used on virtually every automobile made.
Ball Joint Suppliers In South Africa
Ball joint and suspension Man
Service options: In-store shopping · Delivery
Address: 72 Berlandina St, Roodepoort, 1724, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 5 pm
Phone: +27 11 763 8996
Appointments: theballjointman.co.za
What to consider when buying a Ball Joint?
Based on the design of the ball joint, they can be categorized into a sealed or greaseable type. Sealed ball joints are pre-lubricated and do not have provisions for added grease.
Whereas, greaseable ball joints come with a grease fitting or valve on the socket joint where one can add grease through.
Which ball joints are best?
MOOG K80026 Ball Joint.
TeraFlex 3442002 Ball Joints.
All Balls Ball Joint Kit.
Detroit Axle – Front Upper Lower Ball Joints.
Rough Country Ball Joints.
ACDelco Suspension Ball Joint.
ApplianPar Front Upper and Lower Ball Joints.
What are the types of ball joints?
In your vehicle, you’ll find two different types of ball joints –upper ball joints and lower ball joints. While each of these ball joints serves different functions
both work together to keep steering reliable and responsive.
How long do ball joints last?
Ball joints typically last 70,000 to 150,000 miles depending on their usage and road conditions. Clunking noises, poor handling, pulling, and abnormal wearing of your tires are all signs of a worn ball joint.
If you see uneven tread wear patterns on your tire, you should have your ball joints checked.