Howe Racing 22426 Precision Lower Ball Joint for 79-93 Mustang (K8259)

The Howe Racing 22426 is a precision lower ball joint engineered for the 1979–1993 Ford Mustang Fox Body platform, serving as a high-performance replacement for the OEM-style K8259 press-in lower ball joint. Designed for circle track, road racing, and performance driving applications, this joint delivers the handling precision and durability that serious competitors demand.

Key Features:

• Precision ball joint design combines the accuracy of a spherical bearing with the misalignment range of a conventional ball joint
• Rugged steel housing engineered to withstand impacts that can destroy lesser ball joints
• Alloy steel ball stud with process coating for reduced friction and extended wear life
• Aluminum cap construction — press-in style installation
• Ball taper: 1.690 in. (1.69 IN/FT taper)
• Base diameter: 0.825 in.
• Stud thread: 5/8-18
• Standard stud length: 3.877 in. (Part #224800); optional extended studs available in +0.1" through +0.5" increments
• Replaces OEM cross-reference: Moog K8259
• Fully rebuildable — replacement studs sold separately

The Howe 22426 is also referenced for use on the 1983–1994 Crown Victoria and 1980–1994 Lincoln Town Car platforms using stock Ford lower control arms and spindles. Compatible with Howe's full line of replacement and extended studs (PN 224800–224805) for precise ride height and geometry tuning.