Overview
The Dana Spicer 706116X is a ball joint kit for early Dana 30, Dana 44 and GM 10 bolt front axles. Each kit has one upper and one lower ball joint, and it comes in pairs.
The joints are designed to match factory joints and are not lubeable. They fit Dana 44 and GM 10 Bolt 8.5 Inches front axles and are known to last 100,000 miles plus in many applications.
Key features
- One upper ball joint and one lower ball joint per kit
- Comes in pairs
- For early Dana 30, Dana 44 and GM 10 bolt front axles
- Not lubeable
- Fitment given as Universal Fit
Replacing ball joints in pairs
Ball joints on front axles tend to wear in a related way on both sides, so replacing them in pairs keeps steering and suspension geometry balanced. A kit with one upper and one lower joint covers a single side, and the same work is repeated for the other. Before starting, support the vehicle properly and remove the knuckle with care, since bores can be damaged by forcing a press.
Look at the rest of the front end before reassembly. Tie rod ends, the pitman arm and the drag link often show wear at the same time. Inspect the knuckle bores for elongation or cracking, because a worn bore will not hold a new joint correctly. Use fresh fasteners where the manual calls for them.
- Inspect both sides of the front axle
- Check tie rod ends and drag link
- Verify knuckle bores before pressing in new joints
Specifications
| Brand | Dana Spicer |
|---|---|
| Part number | 706116X |
| UPC | 23913148331 |
| Axle location | Front |
| Axle types | Dana 44, GM 10 Bolt 8.5 Inches |
| Contents | 1 upper ball joint and 1 lower ball joint |
| Quantity | Pairs |
| Lubeable | Not lubeable |
| Fitment | Universal Fit |
Vehicle fitment
Fitment is given as Universal Fit, and no vehicle years, makes or models are named. The axle types are Dana 44 and GM 10 Bolt 8.5 Inches, so match the axle size before installing.
The joints are made for Dana 44 and GM 10 Bolt 8.5 Inches axles, so confirm the axle size before ordering. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Confirm the axle type before installing, since the axle types given are Dana 44 and GM 10 Bolt 8.5 Inches.
What’s included
One upper ball joint and one lower ball joint per kit.
