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F3401630
HongPro
F3401630
This premium-grade left-side tie rod ball joint is engineered to deliver uncompromising performance and durability. Crafted from high-strength, forged steel and featuring a precision-ground ball stud, it ensures exact steering response and minimizes play.
The unit is packed with high-temperature, waterproof grease and protected by a reinforced dust boot to withstand harsh road conditions and prevent contamination. Rigorously tested to exceed OE standards, it boasts a proven service life of over 50,000 cycles in fatigue durability tests and excellent corrosion resistance, validated by over 500 hours of salt spray testing.
This component is a direct OE replacement, guaranteeing a perfect fit and restoring your vehicle's steering accuracy and safety to its original specifications.
Our F3401630 tie rod end is forged from high-carbon steel, providing exceptional tensile strength and resistance to impact forces. This manufacturing process creates a denser, more durable grain structure compared to cheaper cast alternatives. The result is a component capable of withstanding the daily stresses of potholes, curbs, and rough road conditions without failure. Rigorous laboratory testing confirms a minimum dynamic load capacity of 4,500 lbs, ensuring reliable performance under extreme pressure and contributing directly to vehicle safety and handling precision.
At the heart of this ball joint is a precision-ground ball stud, manufactured to tolerances within ±0.05mm. This ensures a perfect, seamless fit with minimal initial play, translating into immediate and accurate steering feedback. The internal race is machined to a mirror finish, reducing friction and wear for smooth articulation. This commitment to precision engineering guarantees that our component restores your vehicle's original steering feel, eliminating vague or loose handling and providing the driver with confident control and enhanced road safety.
We have engineered a multi-lip, reinforced rubber dust boot that is highly resistant to tearing, cracking, and degradation from ozone, heat, and road chemicals. This robust seal effectively locks in a high-volume of premium, high-temperature lithium soap complex grease, ensuring consistent lubrication throughout the component's life. Our testing shows this design maintains optimal internal lubrication for over 100,000 kilometers under normal driving conditions, preventing the premature wear that is the leading cause of ball joint failure.
Every batch of our F3401630 ball joints undergoes a stringent quality control protocol. This includes a dynamic fatigue test exceeding 50,000 cycles and a corrosion resistance test where components withstand over 500 hours of salt spray testing (ASTM B117 standard), far surpassing industry norms. This proven durability ensures the component resists rust and corrosion, maintaining structural integrity and performance even in harsh winter or coastal environments, which builds unparalleled trust in our product's reliability.
This is a direct OE replacement part, engineered to match the original specifications precisely. This guarantees a perfect fit with the steering knuckle and tie rod, eliminating the need for modifications and ensuring a straightforward, hassle-free installation process. By restoring the original geometry, our tie rod end ensures proper wheel alignment, promotes even tire wear, and safeguards the vehicle's handling dynamics, providing both mechanical integrity and cost-effectiveness for the end-user.
| Parameter | Specification | Details / Standard |
| Part Number | F3401630 | - |
| Side | Left | - |
| Body Material | High-Carbon Forged Steel | Provides superior tensile strength and impact resistance. |
| Ball Stud Material | Case-Hardened Chromium Steel | Ensures maximum wear resistance and long-term performance. |
| Thread Size | M12 x 1.25 | Precision-cut threads for a secure connection. |
| Torque Specification | 65 - 85 Nm | (48 - 63 ft-lbs) for secure installation. |
| Sealing Type | Multi-Lip Reinforced Rubber Boot | Resists tearing, ozone, and chemical degradation. |
| Internal Lubricant | High-Temp Lithium Soap Complex Grease | Effective operating range: -40°C to +150°C. |
| Dynamic Load Capacity | 4,500 lbs | Minimum tested capacity. |
| Corrosion Resistance | > 500 Hours | Salt Spray Test (ASTM B117 Standard). |
| Fatigue Durability | > 50,000 Cycles | Passed rigorous dynamic fatigue testing. |
| Quality Standards | ISO 9001, IATF 16949 | Manufactured in a certified facility. |
Here are specific application scenarios of Ball Joint:
This tie rod ball joint is the ideal solution for scheduled vehicle maintenance. Over time, the original factory component wears down from constant movement and stress, leading to loose steering, uneven tire wear, and steering wheel vibration. Our F3401630 directly restores the precise steering geometry, eliminating these symptoms. By replacing worn parts with this high-durability unit, you proactively ensure vehicle safety, protect your tires from premature wear, and maintain crisp, responsive handling as intended by the vehicle's manufacturer.
Vehicles frequently driven on poorly maintained roads, potholed urban streets, or unpaved surfaces are subject to severe shock loads that can damage steering components. This heavy-duty ball joint, with its 4,500 lbs dynamic load capacity and forged steel construction, is engineered to absorb and withstand these impacts. It is the recommended replacement for restoring integrity to the steering system after encountering road hazards, effectively correcting issues like wandering steering and knocking noises to ensure driver confidence and safety.
As vehicles accumulate high mileage, critical steering and suspension components like the tie rod ends naturally degrade, compromising overall handling and safety. This component is a cornerstone for comprehensive front-end overhaul services. Its proven fatigue life of over 50,000 cycles ensures long-term reliability, making it a trusted choice for professional mechanics performing multi-point suspension repairs. Installing this part returns the vehicle's steering to like-new performance, a critical step in any suspension revitalization project.
A worn ball joint is a primary cause of failed wheel alignments. Even a slight imperfection in this component can prevent technicians from achieving correct alignment angles, leading to persistent handling issues. Our F3401630, with its precision-ground ball stud and minimal tolerance, provides a stable and accurate pivot point. This guarantees that a wheel alignment can be set correctly and will hold, resulting in predictable handling, optimal straight-line stability, and maximized tire life for the customer.
For optimal performance and safety, we recommend professional installation. Begin by safely lifting and securing the vehicle. After removing the old component, clean the mating surfaces thoroughly. Install the new F3401630 ball joint, tightening the castle nut to the specified torque of 65-85 Nm and securing it with a new cotter pin. Finally, a professional wheel alignment is essential to restore precise steering angles, ensure even tire wear, and complete the repair. Avoid impacting the stud or boot during installation to prevent damage.
