Upper Ball Joint Holden Rodeo Colorado RC Isuzu Rodeo DMAX Great Wall

Upper Ball Joint - Holden Rodeo Colorado RC Isuzu Rodeo DMAX Great Wall 

Fitment Note

If a vehicle steering or suspension component is supplied/installed whereby the design includes a GREASE NIPPLE it is imperative that the joints are lubricated at relevant service intervals or when exposed to contaminants. Lack of lubrication will result in metal to metal contact, fretting, fatigue cracking and eventual failure.

Lack of lubrication restricts the ball studs in their movement due to the increased friction in the assembly from metal to metal contact, resulting in greater lateral loads on the ball stud. There are some that believe that the initial greasing of the component is enough to carry it through its lifetime. This is not the case.  It is imperative that ongoing lubrication at relevant service intervals is maintained throughout the components lifetime in the vehicle.  

This is especially relevant for 4WD components whereby contaminants might enter the boot or internal  assembly  during  offroading.  When this occurs, it is necessary to flush out the contaminants via greasing.  This will ensure that contaminants are either 'pushed' out of the housing or diluted, and will reduce the potential for excessive wear due to internal contaminants. Both lack of lubrication and internal wear due to contamination are visually identifiable on return items.

It is a regular occurrence to get return items due to lack of lubrication, incorrect lubricant used or internal contamination. These items are not covered by Warranty, so it is in your interest to ensure that all Greasable Joints are adequately lubricated upon installation, and at relevant service intervals or when exposed to contaminants. Please use a professional if you are unsure on how to correctly grease your Roadsafe product.

The Grease Nipple can be located in various locations on the steering component depending upon clearances required for greasing in-situ.

We always recommend professional installation of the products we sell.