This kit basically gives you all the hardware – the bolts, nuts, washers, clips, sometimes even a new dust boot – you need to properly attach a new ball joint to your suspension. It's not the ball joint itself, but everything that holds the ball joint in place. It ensures a strong and secure connection. Think of your ball joints as the knuckles in your hand. They allow the suspension to move up and down and steer left and right. The mounting kit is what keeps those knuckles firmly attached to the rest of your arm. It connects the control arm to the steering knuckle, letting your wheels move while keeping everything lined up and stable. It's a critical piece of the puzzle for steering and suspension. If this hardware is worn or corroded, it can compromise the whole connection. It can lead to looseness, causing clunking noises, uneven tire wear, and even affect your steering. It’s a safety thing, honestly. A failing ball joint mounting kit can eventually lead to a ball joint separating, and that’s a serious problem. You’ll notice if things start feeling loose when you go over bumps, or if your steering feels off. Replacing the hardware along with the ball joint is a good practice to make sure everything's solid and reliable. You can find complete kits, like these, at places like Fixparts Online, which takes the guesswork out of finding the right parts. It's a relatively inexpensive piece of the repair, but it makes a big difference in the long run. Buy risk-free: Mounting Kit (MPN 172070) is covered by a 3 year manufacturer guarantee!

About Febi

Ferdinand Bilstein is a leading global supplier of aftermarket spare parts, offering an extensive range of high-quality components for passenger and commercial vehicles.

Why Choose Febi?

• Febi parts are made to the same standards as original equipment, so you get reliable quality. • We offer a really wide range of parts, covering most makes and models – meaning you can likely find everything you need in one place. • Febi has been around for over 75 years, so we know a thing or two about auto parts and what mechanics need. • Our parts are priced fairly, giving you a great balance between quality and cost. Febi – trusted quality, available at FixParts Online!