Ball Joints
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- Manufactured to OE standards for control, comfort and durability
- Ball-pin 100% crack tested for flaw free material
- Undergo rigorous performance and resilience tests
- Chloroprene rubber cover protects internal components
- Superior ball-pin finish and nylon seat coating for smooth movement and long lifetime
- High specification grease for reduced friction, and smooth operation in all temperatures and conditions
- Cataphoretic coating where required provides longer lasting corrosion protection
- Access to technical hotline and support
- Three-year/36,000-mile warranty on all steering parts – available in UK only
Precision engineering
Enabling free movement in two planes at the same time, the ball-pin is a critical component. That’s why our ball-pins are manufactured from high-grade steel and machined to micron tolerances. Together with a polyoxymethylene nylon ball-pin seat, they provide optimum durability and smooth joint operation.
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Extensive testing
Delphi ball joints undergo rigorous performance tests including angular stress testing, where the ball is rotated through its angular and rotational travel under load, as well as a pull and push out test, to measure the force required for it to break away from the housing. These important safety tests ensure the ball joint can withstand the same forces as the OE part.
Longer service intervals
We provide a range of sealed ball joints, that are lubed for life with a high-specification grease, to minimise maintenance requirements. Alongside our precision ball-pin finish and improved rubber boot design, they offer longer ball joint service intervals and better grease retention.
Greater protection
To help prevent damage to the joint’s internal components, all our ball joints come with a special chloroprene rubber cover. The new and improved formula maintains its durability even in extreme temperatures, providing added protection from road dirt or salt and allowing continued free movement of the ball joint for a longer lasting part.
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Three-year warranty – available in UK
As a guarantee of our OE-quality standards, we offer a three-year or 36,000-mile warranty on all our ball joints. So, you can fit Delphi steering parts with complete confidence.
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Cataphoretic coating
Like many of our steering parts, Delphi ball joints feature an environmentally friendly cataphoretic coating for tougher and longer lasting protection from corrosion caused by salt, dirt and water and other contaminants.
Tech Tip
Delphi is advising technicians to help ensure a quality steering and suspension repair by replacing the entire ball joint component where the rubber boot is split, cracked, damaged or missing. In these instances, there is a high probability that damage to the ball joint may have occurred, indicating the joint is likely to fail even after the boot cover has been replaced. Replacing the entire ball joint component can help avoid potential premature failure, which can be safety-critical and costly.
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The Delphi Difference
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100 years of OE experience, supplier to the world’s top automakers
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OE heritage and knowledge built into every aftermarket part
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Comprehensive portfolio for a wide range of vehicles and model years
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Streamlined SKUs for easy inventory management
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Support through tools, tips and training
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Related product resources and downloads
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Resource Highlights
How do I loosen the track rod if it’s stuck?
First, use a wire brush to remove any rust from the lock nut thread to free up the track rod. If after you’ve removed the ball joint using a ball joint splitter, the track rod is stuck to the thread, it’s common to use an induction heater to loosen it.
Why do I need to count the turns as I remove the track rod?
It’s essential to do this because when you fit the new part you’ll need to count the turns back to make sure it’s exactly in the right position.
What happens if the ratchet keeps spinning?
You need to tighten the new track rod using a ratchet to avoid damage. If you find it’s just spinning and the thread isn’t catching, then you need to apply tension either by putting pressure on top of the joint or by using an Allen key which fits into the centre of the bolt to hold it still, and then use a spanner.
What torque do I set the fittings to?
It’s always best to check the vehicle’s technical data as this can vary and needs to be exactly right.
The correct torque settings can be found on Delphi’s data platform, either directly in your DS diagnostic tool, or at directevolution.com (subscription required)
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