Dorman 538-823 Suspension - Ball Joint
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Why buy from Koskowski Automotive?
• 50+ years (since 1972) • Dorman Authorized Seller • Fast shipping • Easy returns
Regular price
$41.72
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Product Description
This suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.
- Direct replacement - fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
- Reliable fit - precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
- Durable construction - manufactured to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials
- Rigorously tested - thorough quality control measures ensure longevity
Detailed Applications
| Year | Make | Model | Configuration | Positions | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-2005 | Audi | A3 | Old Model | Front Left Lower | VIN Starts w/4 |
| 2002-2003 | Audi | A3 | Front Left Lower | Standard Replacement | |
| 2001 | Audi | A3 | Old Model | Front Left Lower | VIN Starts w/4 |
| 1998-2000 | Audi | A3 | Front Left Lower | Standard Replacement | |
| 2001-2013 | Seat | Leon | Front Left Lower | ||
| 2001-2004 | Seat | Toledo | Front Left Lower | ||
| 1998-2011 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Front Left Lower | Standard Replacement | |
| 2011 | Volkswagen | Beetle Cabrio | Front Left Lower | ||
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Beetle Cabrio | Front Left Lower | Standard Replacement | |
| 2011-2015 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Front Left Lower | ||
| 1999-2007 | Volkswagen | Golf | Front Left Lower | ||
| 2007-2010 | Volkswagen | Golf City | Front Left Lower | ||
| 1999-2010 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Front Left Lower | ||
| 2007-2009 | Volkswagen | Jetta City | Front Left Lower |
Product Specifications
| Adjustable: | No |
|---|---|
| Attachment Type: | Taper |
| Ball Joint Assembly: | Yes |
| Ball Joint Installed: | Yes |
| Bearing Material: | Polymer |
| Bolts/Studs Included: | Yes |
| Brand: | Dorman - OE Solutions |
| Bushing Included: | No |
| Bushing Quantity: | 0 |
| Bushings Included: | No |
| Castle Nut Included: | No |
| Color: | Grey |
| Cotter Pin Hole: | No |
| Cotter Pin Included: | No |
| Dust Boot Included: | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material: | Polychloroprene |
| Grease Fitting Included: | No |
| Greaseable: | No |
| Height: | 85.03 mm |
| Housing Press Fit Diameter: | 45 mm |
| Length: | 111 mm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter: | 61 mm |
| Mount Plate Included: | No |
| Mounting Bolts Included: | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included: | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity: | 0 |
| Mounting Type: | Bolt-In |
| Nuts Included: | Yes |
| Package Contents: | 1 Ball Joint; 1 Nut; 3 Bolts |
| Packaging Type: | Box |
| Stud Taper Per Foot: | 2 in |
| Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter: | 27.2 mm |
| Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter: | 22 mm |
| Stud Thread Diameter: | 12 mm |
| Stud Thread Length: | 35.5 mm |
| Stud Thread Pitch: | 1.5 mm |
| Stud Type: | Tapered |
| Suspension Grade Type: | Premium |
| Tapered Stud: | Yes |
| Thread Pitch: | 1.5 mm |
| Type: | Threaded |
| Washers Included: | No |
| Width: | 59 mm |
| Wrench Size: | 12 mm |
OE Numbers
| DIRECT OE CROSS | |
|---|---|
| 1H0407365A | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365 | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365A | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365C | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365D | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365H | VOLKSWAGEN |
| 1J0407365J | VOLKSWAGEN |