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what to ask for; Transit balljoints
Mave - 11/6/08 at 12:30 PM

I managed to damage the thread on both upper balljoints of my Indy, when I tried to adjust the camber (don't ask).
I want to run to the local parts supplier, but need to know what to ask for. All I know is that they come from a Transit, but at the shop they'll ask me; what year, which balljoint, etc.etc. I haven't got a clue!

Does anyone have a part number? And is left and right the same?


Dusty - 11/6/08 at 12:33 PM

Locost Top Ball Joint -- Transit 1965 to 84 Drag Link End Right Hand Thread
Ford Part Number :17996516


saigonij - 11/6/08 at 12:47 PM

http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid=58801


BenB - 11/6/08 at 01:38 PM

RalDes are (or at least were) doing some barginaceous bargins on swivel joints... and their customer service is pretty good...


britishtrident - 11/6/08 at 02:22 PM

best to use the QH reference it is unofficial industry standard

QH (Quinton Hazel) Part Number QD1117RHT

Early Ford Transit MK1/Mk2 17cwt/ Transit 75 model years 1965 - 1986
Drag Link End Righthand Thread .


Mave - 11/6/08 at 03:59 PM

Thanks for the rapid responses. I have been able to order some. But here in Holland that's no easy job! Two local car-parts shops were not able to supply them, and the local Ford-dealer wasn't able to order them either!

Luckily there is a small kitcar-community here in Holland to, with its own little supply chain.