{"product_id":"axiom-supply-upper-ball-joint-ford-super-duty-f250-f350-4wd-1999-2022","title":"99-22 7.3\/6.0\/6.4\/6.7L Axiom Supply Superduty F250-F350 4WD Upper Ball Joint - AX0026","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Axiom Supply AX0026 was developed to provide an exceptionally strong, serviceable upper ball joint for some of the hardest-working Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty 4WD trucks from 1999–2022 solid-front-axle trucks,\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned around the proven \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK80026-style upper ball joint configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the AX0026 provides direct-fit compatibility with applicable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with additional Ford and Dodge Ram applications utilizing the same ball joint design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the AX0026 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade 12.9 Extreme-Duty Ball Stud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, paired with a forged steel housing and precision-engineered internal components. This heavy-duty construction is designed to handle increased steering and suspension loads generated by \u003c\/span\u003eoversized tires, leveling kits, lifted suspension, heavy towing, hauling, and demanding off-road use. \u003cspan\u003eA self-compensating internal load system helps maintain consistent bearing contact as components wear, supporting precise steering feel while reducing unwanted movement. High-articulation geometry allows smooth movement throughout the joint's operating range, while the greaseable construction makes routine maintenance simple. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially important on heavy solid-axle trucks, where increased tire size, front-end weight, and demanding use can place substantial loads on the upper and lower ball joints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether your Super Duty spends its life towing heavy equipment, working every day, running oversized tires, or exploring off-road, the AX0026 combines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheavy-duty materials, direct OE-style fitment, serviceability, and Axiom's No-Nonsense Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade 12.9 Extreme-Duty Ball Stud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Engineered for exceptional tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and durability under demanding front-end loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged Steel Housing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Manufactured from high-strength forged steel to withstand the demands of towing, hauling, oversized tires, lifted suspensions, and off-road use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Articulation Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Provides additional operating range to accommodate suspension and steering movement while maintaining consistent joint engagement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Internal Bearing Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Designed for smooth steering response, reduced deflection, and long-term durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-Compensating Load System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Maintains proper internal loading as components wear to help preserve steering precision and minimize unwanted play.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreaseable Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Fully serviceable design allows fresh lubricant to be added periodically, helping flush contaminants and maximize ball joint life.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Protective coatings help defend against rust, road salt, moisture, mud, and harsh operating environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOE-Style Press-In Fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Engineered around the K80026-style factory ball joint dimensions for straightforward installation on applicable vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2–3 pumps of grease during installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor continued performance, service with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 pumps of grease every 5,000–7,000 miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or as required based on vehicle use and operating conditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive greasing. Apply only enough lubricant to properly service the joint without overfilling or damaging the dust boot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriodically inspect the ball joint and surrounding suspension components, particularly on vehicles equipped with oversized tires, modified suspension, or used regularly for towing or off-road driving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Axiom Supply AX0026 Heavy-Duty Upper Ball Joint is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edirect-fit, press-in replacement for the factory OE-style front upper ball joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e used across a wide range of Ford Super Duty, Ford truck, SUV, and select Dodge Ram solid-front-axle applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe AX0026 shares the same application interchange as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMOOG K80026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFord F-250 \/ F-350 Super Duty - \u003c\/span\u003e1999–2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFord Excursion - \u003c\/span\u003e2000–2005 Ford Excursion 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1997 Ford F-250 HD 4WD \u003cspan\u003eWith applicable Twin I-Beam axle configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1980–1997 Ford F-350 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFord F-450 \/ F-550 Super Duty: \u003c\/span\u003e1999–2004 Ford F-450 Super Duty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2011–2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty \u003cspan\u003eApplicable Crew Cab Pickup configurations only\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1999–2004 Ford F-550 Super Duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect replacement anywhere the applicable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eK80026-style front upper ball joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause K80026 covers numerous axle and chassis configurations, verify year, model, drivetrain, and front axle configuration before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(1) Axiom Supply AX0026 Heavy-Duty Upper Ball Joint — Sold Individually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrease Fitting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBall Joint Stud Nut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Zinc Cotter Pin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicable Retaining Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe AX0026 is designed as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epress-in replacement for the factory-style front upper ball joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on applicable K80026 applications. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a suitable heavy-duty ball joint press and follow the appropriate vehicle service procedures during removal and installation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure the ball joint is fully seated and properly retained before final assembly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn certain Super Duty applications, the factory installation and retention method varies by model year. Use only the retaining hardware required for the specific vehicle application. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal tightening must follow the proper torque specification for the supplied ball joint hardware. Always use a calibrated torque wrench for final tightening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use impact tools for final tightening of ball joint hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterchange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAxiom Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eAX0026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOOG\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eK80026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord\/Motorcraft Original Equipment Cross-References\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eE0TZ-3049-A, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eF3TZ-3049-A, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e4C3Z-3049-DA, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e4C3Z-3049-DB, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e5C3Z-3049-AB, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e8C3Z-3049-A, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBC3Z-3049-B, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMCF-2224, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMCSOE4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMevotech\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMK80026, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGK80026, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTXK80026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart numbers are provided for application and interchange reference. Because the K80026 family covers numerous model years and front axle configurations, always verify vehicle year, model, drivetrain, and axle configuration before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Axiom No-Nonsense Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur suspension components are warranted for life to the original purchaser against manufacturer defects, premature wear, or breakage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePush it to the limit—we don’t care. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the part lets you down, we’ll make it right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Axiom Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67651401908534,"sku":"AX0026","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/4504\/4022\/files\/AX0026.png?v=1791398542","url":"https:\/\/cncfab.us\/products\/axiom-supply-upper-ball-joint-ford-super-duty-f250-f350-4wd-1999-2022","provider":"CNC Fabrication, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}