MOOG Chassis Products RK80717 front left upper control arm with ball joint for the 2005-2006 Ford Expedition and other vehicles links the front left wheel to the vehicle while the suspension moves. Sold as a control arm and ball joint assembly, it replaces the arm and the joint in one piece.
- Rubber bushings resist wear, salt, road grime and oils and keep operation quiet
- Sealed ball joint socket for maintenance-free operation
- Ball stud shape ensures fatigue life
- Heat treated to inhibit premature failure
- E-coated forged steel control arm and coated studs inhibit premature deterioration
Quick facts
- Part: MOOG Chassis Products RK80717 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2005-2006 Ford Expedition and other vehicles
- Position: Front left upper
- Material: Forged steel control arm, rubber bushings
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, uneven tire wear or loose steering can mean a worn upper arm, bushing or ball joint. Other worn suspension and steering parts can feel much the same, so with the engine off, look at the bushings for cracked or split rubber and have the front end inspected before you replace the arm.
Fits
This control arm is a direct-fit replacement for the 2005-2006 Ford Expedition and the 2005-2006 Lincoln Navigator. This listing is one front left upper arm; the front right upper arm is a separate part, and both are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front left upper
- Quantity for this position: 1
- Control arm maximum length: 15.43 in
- Ball joint mounting type: Press in
- Ball joint stud type: Threaded
- Adjustable: No
Build and materials
- Control arm material: Forged steel
- Bushing material: Rubber
- Finish: E-coated arm, coated studs
- Pre-greased: Yes
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One front left upper control arm with its ball joint, bushings and mounting hardware. The left side takes one; the front right upper arm is ordered separately. A grease fitting is not included.
Installation notes
- Ball joint and bushings are pre-installed, and the joint is pre-greased.
- Precision tolerances are made for easy installation and steering alignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the 2005-2006 Ford Expedition control arm for the left or right side?
MOOG Chassis Products RK80717 is the front left upper control arm. The front right upper arm is a separate part.
Does this front left upper control arm come with the ball joint and bushings?
Yes, the ball joint, bushings and mounting hardware are included. This listing is one arm, and the left side takes one.
What material is the MOOG RK80717 control arm made of?
The control arm is forged steel and the bushings are rubber. The arm has an e-coat finish and the studs are coated.
How does the ball joint on this control arm mount, and what stud does it have?
The ball joint mounting type is press in, and the stud is threaded. The joint comes pre-installed in the arm.
Do I need to grease the ball joint on this control arm?
No. The ball joint comes pre-greased in a sealed socket for maintenance-free operation, and no grease fitting is included.
