{"product_id":"oem-upper-ball-joint-6-4l-powerstroke","title":"OEM Upper Ball Joint 6.7L Powerstroke","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Ford OEM Upper Ball Joint | BC3Z-3049-B\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirect-Fit Steering Precision for Ford Super Duty Trucks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFord BC3Z-3049-B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the genuine original equipment (OE) upper ball joint designed specifically for the front suspension of Ford Super Duty trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSteering wander, uneven tire wear, and \"clunking\" noises over bumps are often the first signs that your factory ball joints have reached the end of their service life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy choosing a Genuine Ford part, you ensure that your truck maintains its factory geometry and load-carrying capacity. Unlike some aftermarket \"universal\" fitments, this ball joint is engineered to the exact metallurgical standards required to support the immense weight of a Powerstroke-equipped F-250 or F-350.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenuine Ford OE Part:\u003c\/b\u003e This is the exact component used on the assembly line. It guarantees a perfect press-fit into the knuckle without the need for modifications or specialized spacers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRestores Steering Feel:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates the \"slop\" in the front end, restoring the tight, predictable steering response your truck had when it was new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with high-strength forged steel housing and a polished ball stud to minimize internal friction and maximize service life under heavy towing loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSealed for Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a high-quality dust boot designed to keep out road salt, grime, and moisture, preventing the internal corrosion that leads to premature failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase-Hardened Wear Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e The internal bearing surfaces are case-hardened to resist the \"hammering\" effect of rough roads and off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBC3Z-3049-B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpper (Front Left or Right)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4WD (Four Wheel Drive)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuantity Required\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 per vehicle (Sold Individually)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross Reference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBC3Z3049B, Motorcraft MCS-OE-24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upper ball joint is the standard replacement for the following \u003cb\u003e4x4\u003c\/b\u003e models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2011–2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2011–2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a press-fit component. It is highly recommended to use a professional-grade C-frame ball joint press for removal and installation. Always perform a front-end alignment after replacing ball joints to prevent premature tire wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Ford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50751412306224,"sku":"BC3Z-3049B","price":65.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/2680\/1200\/files\/OEMUpperBallJoint6.7LPowerstroke1.png?v=1770739305","url":"https:\/\/choateperformance.com\/products\/oem-upper-ball-joint-6-4l-powerstroke","provider":"choateperformance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}