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Quick Disconnect Ball Joint - 3/8-24 UNF Left Hand - Carbon Steel
QA1 part number QAPBJDL6 is described by the manufacturer as: Quick Disconnect Ball Joint - 3/8-24 UNF Left Hand - Carbon Steel.
This is a quick-disconnect style ball joint sized by its 3/8-24 UNF left-hand thread; confirm the mating rod or link uses the same thread and hand before ordering.
Key Features
- 3/8-24 UNF thread
- Left Hand
- Carbon Steel construction
Fitment
| Years | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| n.a. | n.a. | n.a. | Universal chassis hardware component. |
Universal; confirm mounting dimensions against the application before ordering.
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | QA1 |
| Thread | 3/8-24 UNF |
| Hand | Left Hand |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
What's Included
- One QA1 Quick Disconnect Ball Joint - 3/8-24 UNF Left Hand - Carbon Steel.
About QA1
QA1 manufactures suspension and chassis hardware to defined dimensional specifications, letting builders match components by size and thread rather than by a single vehicle-specific part number.
FAQ
What does this ball joint component connect to?This is a quick-disconnect style ball joint sized by its 3/8-24 UNF left-hand thread; confirm the mating rod or link uses the same thread and hand before ordering.
What thread does this part use?3/8-24 UNF
Is this a left-hand or right-hand thread?Left Hand
What material is this part made from?Carbon Steel
Is this component vehicle-specific?No. It is a universal suspension hardware component sized by thread and configuration; confirm compatibility with the mating ball joint or control arm before ordering.
Can this part be used with any QA1 ball joint?Only with the specific mating part QA1 designs it for; verify compatibility before ordering.
Is a jam nut or additional hardware included?QA1's listing for this exact part number does not itemize additional hardware beyond the described component.
Does this part require periodic maintenance?QA1 does not publish a maintenance interval for this exact part number in the sourced listing.
Installation Instructions
QA1 does not publish a vehicle-specific torque value or installation procedure for this hardware; use the mating component's specification.
- Confirm thread and hand orientation match the mating ball joint or control arm before installation.
- Clean mating threads before assembly.
- Thread the component into place per the mating part's design.
- Torque to the mating component manufacturer's specification; QA1 does not publish a universal torque value for this hardware.
- Cycle the joint through its range of motion and check for binding before returning to service.
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