Dorman 521-783 front left upper control arm with ball joint for the 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota and other vehicles holds the wheel in place as the suspension moves. This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly directly replaces the original assembly on specific vehicle applications.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Ball joint and bushings are pre-installed on the arm, which saves time and labor
- Pre-greased assembly
- Steel control arm with a casting/forged body
- Additional coatings resist rust and corrosion
- Threaded ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 521-783 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota and other vehicles
- Position: Front left upper
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn upper control arm or ball joint can show up as a clunk over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear. These signs alone do not prove this arm is the problem; a worn tie rod end is another common reason for loose steering.
Fits
This control arm fits the 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota and the 2000-2003 Dodge Durango. A 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota takes one arm at this position; this listing is that one arm, the front right upper is a separate part, and the two are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left upper
- Pieces in listing: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Control arm maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Control arm maximum length: 237 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: threaded
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Thailand
In the box
One control arm with ball joint, with the ball joint and bushings already installed. Mounting hardware is included.
Interchange: 5166385AA · 52106161AA · 52106161AB · 52106161AC · 52106161AD · 52106161AE · 52106161AF · TC6051 · CA10141 · RK621755 · GS251021 · CMS251021 · 2606337 · 2606337M · 8CB25143 · SK521783
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5166385AA, 52106161AA, 52106161AB, 52106161AC, 52106161AD, 52106161AE, 52106161AF, TC6051, CA10141, RK621755, GS251021, CMS251021, 2606337, 2606337M, 8CB25143, SK521783
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the Dorman 521-783 as a control arm on a 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota?
Yes. Dorman 521-783 fits the 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota at the front left upper position. The front right upper is a separate part.
Will the Dorman 521-783 work as a control arm for the 2000-2003 Dodge Durango?
Yes. Dorman 521-783 fits the 2000-2003 Dodge Durango at the front left upper position, and the right side is ordered separately.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings already installed?
Yes. The rubber bushings and the ball joint come pre-installed on this control arm, and mounting hardware is included.
What material is this Dorman control arm made of?
The control arm is steel with rubber bushings. Its ball joint stud is threaded, with a 14 mm thread diameter.
Does the Dorman 521-783 come with a grease fitting?
No. A grease fitting is not included. This control arm comes pre-greased.
