Dorman 520-129 front left upper control arm with ball joint for the 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 and other vehicles links the front left wheel assembly to the frame. The Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly is a one-piece repair for a worn arm or ball joint.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Pre-installed ball joint and bushings save time and labor
- Pre-greased ball joint with a 14 mm threaded stud
- Additional coatings resist rust and corrosion
- Tested for a smooth, stable ride and directional stability
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 520-129 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 and other vehicles
- Position: Front left upper
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn ball joint or tired bushings can show up as a clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven tire wear. Before you replace this Dorman suspension control arm, rule out other worn front-end parts such as tie rod ends or wheel bearings, which can produce similar signs.
Fits
This arm is a direct replacement for the original assembly on a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac models, including the 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500, the 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 1992-1999 GMC Yukon. Look up your own year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page. This listing is one arm for the front left upper position; the front right is a separate part, and the pair is normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left upper
- Quantity per application: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud: threaded, pre-greased
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with ball joint, with bushings pre-installed, and mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Interchange: 810-94947B · 623.66016 · 15659677-L
TC6022 · CA10099 · 12361035 · CK620160 · RK620160 · FA4246 · GS20344 · CMS20344 · 2605373 · 8CB50041 · SRK620160 · X07CJ0369 · JTC1610
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
810-94947B, 623.66016, TC6022, CA10099, 12361035, CK620160, RK620160, FA4246, GS20344, CMS20344, 2605373, 8CB50041, SRK620160, 15659677-L, X07CJ0369, JTC1610
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Tahoe control arm for a 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Yes. Dorman 520-129 fits the 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe as the front left upper arm; the front right is a separate part. Other models are in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings already in this assembly?
Yes. The rubber bushings and the ball joint come pre-installed, and mounting hardware is included. A grease fitting is not included.
What size is the ball joint thread on the Dorman 520-129?
The threaded ball joint stud has a 14 mm thread diameter on the Dorman 520-129, and the mounting hole measures 12.3 mm. The arm itself is steel.
How can I tell if the ball joint on this control arm is worn?
Signs can include a clunk over bumps, loose or wandering steering and uneven front tire wear. Ball joint play is tested with the vehicle raised, so have a shop check it.
Does this Dorman control arm cross to CK620160?
Yes. CK620160 is one of the numbers Dorman 520-129 replaces, along with RK620160 and SRK620160. The full cross-reference is on the Interchange line.
