Moog K7460 Front Upper Ball Joint for Ram 2500/3500 2003-2022 & 1500 4WD

Vehicle Fitment

• 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 (All Trims, 5.7L V8 / 5.9L I6 Cummins Diesel / 8.3L V10, 4WD Only)
• 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 (All Trims, 5.7L V8 / 5.9L I6 Cummins Diesel / 8.3L V10, 4WD Only)
• 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 (Extended Cab & Crew Cab, All Engines, 4WD Only - 8-Lug Wheels Only)
• 2011-2022 Ram 2500 (All Trims, 5.7L V8 / 6.4L V8 HEMI / 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel, 4WD Only)
• 2011-2022 Ram 3500 (All Trims, 5.7L V8 / 6.4L V8 HEMI / 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel, 4WD Only)

Fitment Notes

• 4WD models only - this part does not fit 2WD/RWD Ram 2500, 3500, or 1500 configurations
• For 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500: fits 4WD models with 8-lug wheels only - does not fit 5-lug Ram 1500 (use Moog K80628 instead)
• By design, the stud telescopes and exhibits vertical (up and down) movement - this is normal and intentional; the stud only spins and does not articulate laterally
• This telescoping design compensates for a known OE alignment variance between the upper and lower ball joint centerlines on these Ram platforms
• Fits both Front Left (Driver Side) and Front Right (Passenger Side) upper positions - one part number serves both sides
• Greaseable - requires greasing at installation and at every oil change interval for maximum service life
• Press-in installation - requires a ball joint press or hydraulic press
• Sold individually - purchase two (2) units to replace both front upper ball joints
• A front-end alignment is strongly recommended following installation
• For the front lower ball joint on 2003-2013 Ram 2500/3500 4WD, use Moog K7467

Features

• Problem Solver telescoping stud design compensates for the known OE manufacturing variance in upper and lower ball joint alignment on Ram 2500/3500 platforms, directly addressing the root cause of premature OE ball joint failure
• Problem Solver gusher bearing uses a powdered-metal metal-to-metal design that allows grease to flow through the bearing to the stud, dramatically reducing internal friction and extending service life
• Greaseable socket with Zerk fitting - an upgrade over the sealed OE design - allows fresh lubricant to actively flush out road contaminants, preventing corrosion and premature stud wear
• Heat-treated ball stud meets or exceeds OE strength and fatigue resistance requirements, inhibiting premature failure under the demanding loads of 3/4-ton and 1-ton truck operation
• Belleville preload washer absorbs impact loads and maintains consistent socket tension as bearings wear, preserving tight and precise steering feel over time
• Premium polychloroprene dust boot with integrated grease-relief valve keeps lubricant in and allows easy purging of contaminated grease during servicing
• Patented cover plate design allows tighter internal tolerances than traditional cover plate designs, protecting the bearing package and maintaining socket torque over the life of the part
• Full-ball hardened stud provides consistent smooth rotational movement, resulting in more responsive steering feel
• One-piece forged housing with up to 52% more material in key areas compared to standard designs, providing maximum structural strength under severe truck and towing loads
• Precision-machined tolerances ensure accurate press-in fitment and correct front-end geometry alignment right out of the box

Specifications

• Position: Front Upper (Left & Right - same part fits both sides)
• Fitment Type: Direct Fit / Press-In (Non-Adjustable, OE-Type Replacement)
• Stud Thread: M16x2
• Maximum Outside Diameter: 2.200"
• Greaseable: Yes - Zerk fitting included; grease at installation and at each oil change
• Boot Material: Polychloroprene (Neoprene) with Grease-Relief Valve
• Drivetrain: 4WD Only
• OE Cross References (Dodge/Ram/Mopar): 05086672AB, 5086672AA, 5086672AB, 5086672AC, 68214646AA
• Aftermarket Cross References: Mevotech MS25506, Dorman 535-980, ACDelco 45D0117, Centric 610.67013, NAPA 260-1580, TRW JBJ883, Raybestos 5001117, Duralast FA2215
• UPC: 080066410838
• Shipping Weight: 1.66 lbs
• Warranty: Moog Limited Lifetime Warranty

Included Components

• 1x Front Upper Press-In Ball Joint with Telescoping Stud Design
• 1x Pre-installed Polychloroprene Dust Boot with Grease-Relief Valve
• 1x Zerk Grease Fitting (pre-installed)

Product Description

The Moog K7460 is a front upper press-in ball joint engineered as a direct Problem Solver OE-type replacement for the 2003-2022 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 in 4WD configurations, as well as the 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 in 4WD with 8-lug wheels. This part covers the third-generation (DR/DH/D1) Ram Heavy Duty platform, which shares a well-documented OE upper ball joint failure pattern due to a manufacturing variance in the alignment of the upper and lower ball joint centerlines. When upper and lower joints are not perfectly concentric, the OE ball joint is subjected to constant deforming stress even under normal driving loads, causing it to wear out far sooner than expected. The K7460 is Moog's engineering solution to this specific platform problem.

The most distinctive feature of the K7460 is its telescoping stud design. Unlike standard ball joints, the K7460's stud is intentionally engineered to allow vertical (up and down) movement - this is not a defect or sign of a worn part. The telescoping function allows the upper ball joint stud to self-adjust for the OE alignment variance, eliminating the deforming stress that destroys standard replacement joints prematurely. Technicians and owners who have not encountered this design before should be aware that the stud's vertical movement when new is completely normal and by design. The stud itself does not articulate laterally - it only spins - and the telescoping function is what makes the K7460 a genuine problem-solving improvement over both the OE and standard aftermarket replacements. Combined with Moog's powdered-metal gusher bearing, the greaseable Zerk fitting (absent on the sealed OE design), and a polychloroprene boot with grease-relief valve, the K7460 is engineered to outlast any OE or non-telescoping replacement in this application.

Installation requires a ball joint press or hydraulic shop press for proper seating in the upper control arm. Two units are required for a complete front upper ball joint service. For the Ram 1500, confirm the vehicle is 4WD with 8-lug wheels before ordering - 5-lug Ram 1500 models require Moog K80628 instead. For Ram 2500/3500 lower ball joints, the companion part for 2003-2013 4WD applications is Moog K7467. Greasing at installation and at every oil change interval is required to maintain warranty coverage and achieve full service life. A front-end alignment is strongly recommended after installation. Backed by Moog's Limited Lifetime Warranty, the K7460 is the definitive professional-grade solution for eliminating premature upper ball joint failure on the Ram HD platform.