R-Joints are a revolutionary rod end design that provides low friction, full range articulation, long service life, lateral stability and quiet operation.
Key Features
- Articulates in 3 planes 360 degree axial rotation and 30 degrees of total lateral rotation
- 17-4 investment cast stainless steel housing with rolled threads
- Polished stainless ball and RTX10 composite cage provides consistent low friction movement
- Special RTX10 composite cage needs NO lubrication
- Self cleaning design…movement not affected by ANY water, grit, dirt, or debris
- Spring loaded closure keeps mechanism tight and rattle free for LIFE!
Fitment
Use the complete application table and confirm any suspension, brake, drivetrain, and factory-equipment requirements stated for this exact part number.
| Years | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978-1987 | Buick | Regal | All applicable trims |
| 1982-1983 | Buick | Regal | Estate Wagon |
| 1987 | Buick | Regal | GNX |
| 1984-1987 | Buick | Regal | Grand National |
| 1978-1987 | Buick | Regal | Limited |
| 1982 | Buick | Regal | Limited Turbo |
| 1978-1982 | Buick | Regal | Sport |
| 1983-1986 | Buick | Regal | T-Type |
| 1964-1966 | Buick | Skylark | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Buick | Skylark | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Buick | Skylark | Custom |
| 1964-1966 | Buick | Special | All applicable trims |
| 1969 | Buick | Special | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Buick | Special | Deluxe |
| 1964-1966 | Buick | Sportwagon | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Buick | Sportwagon | All applicable trims |
| 1966 | Buick | Sportwagon | Custom |
| 1969 | Buick | Sportwagon | Custom |
| 1970-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | 300 |
| 1965-1966 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | 300 Deluxe |
| 1969 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | 300 Deluxe |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Concours |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Concours Estate |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Greenbrier |
| 1971-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Heavy Chevy |
| 1964-1966 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Malibu |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Malibu |
| 1964-1965 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Malibu Super Sport |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Nomad |
| 1971-1972 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | SS |
| 1969-1970 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | SS 396 |
| 1970 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | SS 454 |
| 1966 | Chevrolet | Chevelle | Super Sport 396 |
| 1964-1966 | Chevrolet | El Camino | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | El Camino | All applicable trims |
| 1978-1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino | All applicable trims |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Conquista |
| 1981-1986 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Conquista |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Custom |
| 1979-1981 | Chevrolet | El Camino | Royal Knight |
| 1969-1972 | Chevrolet | El Camino | SS |
| 1978-1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino | SS |
| 1970-1972 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | All applicable trims |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | All applicable trims |
| 1981-1988 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | All applicable trims |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | CL |
| 1986-1988 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | LS |
| 1978-1981 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | Landau |
| 1983-1988 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | SS |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | Sport |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | Sport |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | 442 | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1971 | Oldsmobile | 442 | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | All applicable trims |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | All applicable trims |
| 1980-1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Brougham |
| 1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Cruiser |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Holiday |
| 1980-1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | LS |
| 1971-1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | S |
| 1978-1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Vista Cruiser |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Vista Cruiser Brougham |
| 1969-1972 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | All applicable trims |
| 1978-1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | All applicable trims |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 442 |
| 1978-1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Brougham |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Classic |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Classic Brougham |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | Indy 500 Pace Car |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | International |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | LS |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | LS |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | SL |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | F85 | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Oldsmobile | F85 | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | F85 | Deluxe |
| 1966 | Oldsmobile | F85 | Holiday |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | Vista Cruiser | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Oldsmobile | Vista Cruiser | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Oldsmobile | Vista Cruiser | Custom |
| 1964-1966 | Pontiac | GTO | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Pontiac | GTO | All applicable trims |
| 1970-1971 | Pontiac | GTO | The Judge |
| 1969-1972 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | All applicable trims |
| 1978-1987 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | All applicable trims |
| 1981-1987 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | Brougham |
| 1984-1987 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | LE |
| 1978-1983 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | LJ |
| 1978-1980 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | SJ |
| 1964-1966 | Pontiac | LeMans | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1972 | Pontiac | LeMans | All applicable trims |
| 1978-1981 | Pontiac | LeMans | All applicable trims |
| 1972 | Pontiac | LeMans | Luxury |
| 1969-1970 | Pontiac | LeMans | Safari |
| 1978-1981 | Pontiac | LeMans | Safari |
| 1970-1972 | Pontiac | LeMans | Sport |
| 1971 | Pontiac | LeMans | T37 |
| 1964-1966 | Pontiac | Tempest | All applicable trims |
| 1969-1970 | Pontiac | Tempest | All applicable trims |
| 1964-1966 | Pontiac | Tempest | Custom |
| 1969 | Pontiac | Tempest | Custom |
| 1970 | Pontiac | Tempest | GT |
| 1964-1966 | Pontiac | Tempest | Safari |
| 1969 | Pontiac | Tempest | Safari |
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Ridetech |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | 11227298 |
| Product type | Suspension Arms & Components |
| Condition | New |
| R-Joint Size | R-Joint - 3/4" Shank |
| Suspension Location | Rear |
| Package dimensions | 2 × 2 × 2 in |
| Package weight | 8 lbs |
What's Included
One new Ridetech suspension-arm component matching manufacturer part number 11227298, with the components and hardware supplied by Ridetech for this exact configuration.
Brand Information
Ridetech develops application-specific coilover, air-suspension, steering, and chassis systems in Jasper, Indiana, with product families engineered for street performance, ride control, and installation as complete matched systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will this fit my vehicle?
Match the complete year, make, model, and any listed submodel in the fitment table. Also verify every drivetrain, suspension, brake, and factory-equipment note stated by Ridetech for this part number before ordering.
What should I verify before installation?
Confirm the exact part number, mounting position, dimensions, included hardware, and every mating component named in the Ridetech instructions before disassembly.
Installation Instructions
Support the vehicle and suspension, record the original alignment settings, and replace the specified linkage components one side at a time. Confirm joint orientation and clearance, torque pivot fasteners at ride height when instructed, then complete a professional alignment before normal driving.
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