Howe Racing 22419S K6117 Precision Lower Ball Joint Press-In Steel Cap

The Howe Racing 22419S is a precision-engineered lower ball joint designed for race car applications including IMCA Modifieds, Hobby Stock, Sport Mod, and dirt track racing. This press-in style ball joint delivers the precision of a spherical bearing combined with the misalignment range of a traditional ball joint, providing smooth suspension travel and reduced steering effort.

Key Features:

• Press-in installation with rugged steel housing and steel cap construction
• 1.625-inch ball diameter with 2.0 inch per foot (10-degree) taper
• 4.310-inch standard length alloy steel stud with 5/8-18 thread
• Process-coated stud for low friction and extended wear life
• Fully rebuildable design - studs and housings sold separately
• Greasable for easy maintenance
• Steel housing withstands impacts that destroy conventional ball joints

Applications:

• Uses 1973-95 GM Truck taper (K6117 style)
• Fits most strut cars, 1971-1976 Impala, and wide-type dirt cars
• Popular for IMCA Modified and dirt track racing applications
• Taller stud raises pivot point to increase roll center height
• Not a direct fit for stock pickup A-frames

The Howe 22419S features alloy steel construction throughout for maximum durability under race conditions. The user-rebuildable design allows you to replace studs or housings as needed, extending the life of your investment. Optional extended length studs (+0.50 inch) are available separately for further suspension tuning.