Restore front suspension pivot function on your 1970-1973 Mercury Cougar with this 3-bolt upper control arm ball joint. Built as an OE-style replacement for either the driver or passenger side upper control arm, this bolt-in ball joint provides the steering pivot point where the wheel spindle attaches to the ball joint shaft.
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1970-1973 Cougar Fitment: Built for compatible Mercury Cougar upper control arm ball joint applications.
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Driver or Passenger Side Use: Installs on either the LH or RH upper control arm.
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3-Bolt Installation: Bolt-in design uses three mounting bolts for direct replacement.
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OE-Style Replacement: Designed to restore original-style suspension fit and function.
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Steering Pivot Point: The wheel spindle attaches to the ball joint shaft to support proper steering movement.
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Grease Fitting Provision: Includes a provision for a grease fitting to support serviceable suspension maintenance.
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Suspension Restoration Part: Ideal for front-end rebuilds, control arm service, steering repairs, alignment work, or full restoration.
This upper control arm ball joint is an important front suspension and steering component for 1970-1973 Mercury Cougar owners. The ball joint connects the wheel spindle to the upper control arm and forms a pivot point for steering and suspension movement, so a worn or loose joint can affect handling feel, tire wear, alignment, and overall drivability.
Designed as an OE-style 3-bolt replacement, this ball joint installs on either side of the vehicle and supports a factory-inspired front suspension rebuild. It is a strong choice when replacing worn suspension components, rebuilding upper control arms, correcting steering looseness, preparing for alignment, or refreshing a classic Cougar front end.
Restore steering pivot function and the upper control arm connection on your 1970-1973 Mercury Cougar with an OE-style 3-bolt ball joint for driver or passenger side use.
| Product Details |
| Make |
Mercury |
| Model |
Cougar |
| Year Range |
1970-1973 |
| Product Type |
Upper control arm ball joint |
| Side Fitment |
LH or RH / driver or passenger side |
| Installation Location |
Upper control arm |
| Mounting Style |
3-bolt |
| Fitment Style |
OE-style replacement |
| Installation Detail |
Bolt-in installation using three mounting bolts |
| Service Detail |
Provision for a grease fitting |
| Function |
Forms the steering pivot point between the wheel spindle and upper control arm |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces a worn, loose, damaged, noisy, failed, or missing upper control arm ball joint |
| Application |
Upper ball joint replacement, front suspension rebuild, control arm service, steering repair, alignment work, or restoration |
| Dimensions |
5 in. L x 3 in. W x 4 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
1.75 lb. |