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- Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
- Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
- Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86
The OE Match Front Lower Wishbone Ball Joint is a high-quality replacement suspension component designed to connect the front lower wishbone (control arm) to the steering knuckle. This critical joint allows the suspension and steering systems to move independently while maintaining precise wheel control and alignment.
Fits:
- Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
- Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
- Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86
Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, strength and durability, the ball joint features a precision-engineered bearing assembly housed within a robust casing to withstand the constant loads, impacts and articulation encountered during normal driving. It is an essential component for maintaining steering accuracy, suspension performance and overall vehicle safety.
What This Product Does:
- Connects the front lower wishbone to the steering knuckle.
- Allows controlled suspension movement while maintaining steering control.
- Supports correct wheel alignment and suspension geometry.
- Enables smooth articulation during cornering and suspension travel.
- Helps maintain precise steering response and vehicle stability.
- Contributes to safe handling and predictable road behaviour.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Clunking, knocking or rattling noises from the front suspension.
- Excessive play in the steering.
- Wandering or unstable vehicle handling.
- Uneven or accelerated tyre wear.
- Steering vibration or shimmy.
- Poor wheel alignment that repeatedly goes out of specification.
- Visible damage or splitting of the protective dust boot.
- Excessive movement detected during suspension inspection.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Ball joints are subjected to constant suspension movement, steering loads, road impacts, vibration and environmental exposure. Over time, internal wear can develop within the joint, while damaged dust boots may allow dirt, water and contaminants to enter, accelerating deterioration.
- A worn ball joint can negatively affect steering precision, suspension performance and tyre wear. As wear increases, vehicle handling may become less predictable and stability may be compromised. In severe cases, complete ball joint failure can result in loss of wheel control, creating a significant safety risk.
- Replacing a worn front lower wishbone ball joint helps restore steering accuracy, maintain correct suspension geometry and improve overall vehicle safety. An OE Match replacement provides factory-style fitment, dependable durability and reliable long-term performance, making it an essential part of suspension maintenance and restoration.
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
Wishbone Bottom Ball Joint - fits Left and Right Hand Side
Sold each - 2 required per car
Restore precise steering response, suspension control and
driving safety with this OE Match Wishbone Bottom Ball Joint for
Porsche 924 models produced between 1976 and 1977. Manufactured to OE
specifications, this critical suspension component connects the lower wishbone
to the steering knuckle, allowing controlled movement of the suspension while
maintaining accurate wheel alignment.
Fits:
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
Diagram ref no 17
The bottom ball joint is one of the most important wear components within the front suspension system. It enables the suspension and steering to work together while supporting significant loads during acceleration, braking and cornering. As the joint wears, steering precision and vehicle stability can deteriorate, making replacement essential for maintaining the handling characteristics Porsche originally engineered into the 924.
This OE Match replacement delivers the correct fitment, durability and performance required for maintenance, suspension refurbishment and restoration projects.
What Does the Wishbone Bottom Ball Joint Do?
The bottom ball joint forms a pivot point between the suspension arm and wheel carrier.
Its primary functions include:
- Allowing suspension movement
- Supporting steering articulation
- Maintaining wheel alignment geometry
- Supporting vehicle weight
- Assisting precise steering response
- Controlling wheel movement
- Helping maintain handling stability
Without a properly functioning ball joint, suspension and steering performance can be significantly compromised.
Why Do Ball Joints Fail?
Ball joints are subjected to constant movement and heavy loads throughout their service life.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal wear and tear
- Grease deterioration
- Rubber boot damage
- Water ingress
- Dirt contamination
- Corrosion
- High mileage operation
- Poor road conditions
Once contaminants enter the joint, internal wear can accelerate rapidly.
Symptoms of a Worn Bottom Ball Joint
Common warning signs include:
- Clunking noises from the suspension
- Steering looseness
- Uneven tyre wear
- Vibration through the steering wheel
- Poor handling stability
- Wandering at speed
- Excessive suspension play
- MOT or inspection failure
As wear increases, vehicle safety and handling performance can be significantly affected.
When Should the Ball Joint Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended when:
- Excessive play is detected
- Suspension noises develop
- The protective boot is damaged
- Steering precision deteriorates
- Carrying out suspension refurbishment
- Restoring a Porsche 924
- Replacing wishbone components
- Completing preventative maintenance
Many specialists replace ball joints in pairs to ensure balanced suspension performance.
Why Replacement Matters
Replacing worn suspension joints helps restore the driving characteristics Porsche intended.
Benefits include:
- Improved steering precision
- Enhanced vehicle stability
- Better suspension control
- Reduced tyre wear
- Improved safety
- Smoother ride quality
- Factory-correct handling
- Long-term reliability
For classic Porsche 924 models, maintaining suspension integrity is essential for both driving enjoyment and safety.
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
- Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
- Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
Fits:
Porsche 924 (1976 - 1985)
Porsche 924 S (1986 - 1988)
Porsche 924 Turbo (1979 - 1982)
Porsche 944 (1982 - 1985)
Price is for each.
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- Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
- Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
- Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
- Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
- Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
This OE Match front wishbone ball joint is a replacement suspension joint for Porsche 924 and 944 models. It is designed to match the original-style fitment and function, helping restore correct front suspension movement, steering response, and wheel control.
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Fits:
Porsche 924 1978 - 1985
Porsche 924 turbo 1979 - 1984
Porsche 924 S 1986 - 1988
Porsche 944 1982 - 1985
The front wishbone ball joint connects the wishbone / control arm to the front hub carrier, allowing controlled suspension movement while maintaining accurate wheel positioning. A good ball joint is essential for stable steering, predictable handling, and safe front suspension operation.
Functions
• Replaces the front wishbone ball joint
• Connects the front wishbone / control arm to the hub carrier
• Supports controlled suspension movement
• Helps maintain correct front wheel alignment and steering response
• Replaces worn, loose, seized, knocking, or damaged ball joints
• Helps reduce front suspension play and noise
• OE Match replacement for Porsche 924 and 944 suspension repair.
Why Replace This Part?
Ball joints are exposed to road dirt, moisture, suspension load, steering movement, and general wear. Over time, the joint can develop play, seize, split its protective boot, or become noisy. A worn front ball joint may cause knocking noises, vague steering, uneven tyre wear, poor handling, or failed inspection. Replacing the ball joint helps restore secure suspension movement and correct front axle control.
When to Replace This Part
• Knocking, clunking, or rattling is heard from the front suspension
• Play is found in the front ball joint during inspection
• The ball joint boot is split, missing, or leaking grease
• Steering feels vague, loose, or unstable
• Uneven front tyre wear is present
• The wishbone, control arm, or front suspension is being serviced
• The vehicle has failed inspection due to suspension joint wear
Where it fits on the car
This ball joint fits on the front wishbone / control arm assembly on Porsche 924 and 944 models. It connects the wishbone to the front hub carrier as part of the front suspension system.
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