Install the Apex Chassis KIT201 Extreme Duty Upper And Lower Ball Joint Kit from XDP onto your Dodge Ram 2500/3500. The ball studs offered are made from SAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly for optimal metallurgy. The induction heat treatment process used provides precise heat treatment to the ball studs at exact depths and locations. Polished ball studs have anti-friction bearings with precise tolerances. Rolled threads are used for added strength by pressing the shape of the threads into the ball stud instead of cutting. Step threads allow for easy hardware movement on installation and superior holding when torqued.
The upper carbon-bearing design is ideal for Jeep and Dodge upper ball joints. The lower military-grade acetal bearing material is specified by the US military for Hummer ball joints due to its stability, anti-friction properties, and durability. CR rubber boots are used to resist deterioration from road-level ozone, oil/gas/engine fluids, and extreme temperatures. The internal seal boot is coined onto the ball joint for superior sealing against contaminants. The upper has a durable e-coat treatment, while the lower has a double-coated phosphate finish for a rugged look. Superior tensile strength is offered by the grade 8-class 10.9 hardware, and the castle nut is an industry-standard for high-vibration loads. The pre-threaded zerk housing feature is a simple but useful addition, and all ball joints are pre-greased with included zerk fittings. The gull-winged grease grooves allow for improved lubrication disbursement, and the lower ball joints have custom features such as a side angle zerk housing with an extended zerk fitting for easier maintenance. This kit comes with the upper and lower ball joints to complete one side of the truck.
The upper carbon-bearing design is ideal for Jeep and Dodge upper ball joints. The lower military-grade acetal bearing material is specified by the US military for Hummer ball joints due to its stability, anti-friction properties, and durability. CR rubber boots are used to resist deterioration from road-level ozone, oil/gas/engine fluids, and extreme temperatures. The internal seal boot is coined onto the ball joint for superior sealing against contaminants. The upper has a durable e-coat treatment, while the lower has a double-coated phosphate finish for a rugged look. Superior tensile strength is offered by the grade 8-class 10.9 hardware, and the castle nut is an industry-standard for high-vibration loads. The pre-threaded zerk housing feature is a simple but useful addition, and all ball joints are pre-greased with included zerk fittings. The gull-winged grease grooves allow for improved lubrication disbursement, and the lower ball joints have custom features such as a side angle zerk housing with an extended zerk fitting for easier maintenance. This kit comes with the upper and lower ball joints to complete one side of the truck.
Ball Joint Housing
SAE 1045 Solid Steel is unequivocally the best carbon alloy steel for forged housings that utilize the knurled design for aftermarket installations. Apex Chassis uses CNC Machined housing to make parts and bearings dimensionally perfect, eliminating any die wear problems.
Ball Studs
For the strongest possible metallurgy, these ball joints use SAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly Ball Studs. Induction Heat-Treated Ball Studs deliver extremely precise heat treatment to the precise depth and location Apex wants it. Polished Ball Studs are manufactured with extremely precise tolerances and Built like an anti-friction bearing. The threads are made by pressing the shape of the threads into the ball stud instead of cutting, thereby strengthening them and allowing for easy movement of hardware. These step threads offer superior holding when torqued down and allow for very easy movement of hardware upon installation.
Bearing Design
Using the same bearing material spec'd by the US military for Hummer ball joints, these ball joints come with military-grade Acetal bearing. This dimensionally stable material doesn't expand or contract with hot or cold temperatures and does not absorb water or oil. The surface of this material can be polished as smooth as steel, offers anti-friction properties, can take an absolute pounding, and doesn't wear out under load like metal on metal.
Boots & Hardware
CR Rubber Boots are some of the most durable materials for the underside of automotive applications. This material is resistant to deterioration from road-level ozone, oil, fuel, engine fluids, and extreme hot or cold weather. The upper ball joints use a pancake boot while an internal seal boot is coined onto the lower ball joint for exceptional sealing against contaminants. Superior tensile strength is offered by the Grade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware and the castle nut is an industry standard where high vibration loads happen.
Lubrication
If you have ever installed a ball joint without a pre-threaded Zerk fitting, you know what an outstanding feature this is. These pre-greased ball joints feature gull-winged grease grooves that allow for better lubrication disbursement around the ball stud.
Features:
- Castle Nut
- Greaseable
- Pre-Greased
- Step Threads
- Zerk Fittings
- Rolled Threads
- CR Rubber Boots
- Internal Seal Boot
- Polished Ball Studs
- Carbon Bearing Design
- Pre-Threaded Zerk Housing
- Gull Winged Grease Grooves
- Grade 8 - Class 10.9 Hardware
- Military Grade Acetal Bearing
- Phosphate Finish On The Lower
- Induction Heat-Treated Ball Studs
- Durable E-Coat Finish On The Upper
- SAE 4140 Hot Forged Chromoly Ball Studs
Kit Includes:
(2) BJ130 Upper Ball Joints
(2) BJ131 Lower Ball Joints
Manufacturer Warranty*:
Limited Lifetime
Limited Lifetime
Note: Applications:
2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD
2003-2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD
2007-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 2WD/4WD
2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD/4WD
2011-2013 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD
2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD
2003-2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD
2007-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 2WD/4WD
2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD/4WD
2011-2013 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD
