22410/22412 XD B/J w/o Stud

The HOWE 22410/22412 XD B/J w/o Stud is an extreme-duty ball joint housing engineered for high-performance and race-oriented suspension builds where reliability under extreme loads is non-negotiable. This lower ball joint assembly is designed for fabricators, race teams, and serious enthusiasts who demand precision control and durability in applications where stock components fail under sustained stress. Available for purchase as an individual unit, this component serves as a direct replacement or custom integration point in independent front suspension (IFS) systems that require superior strength and adjustability.

Manufactured from high-strength steel with an aluminum cap and protected by a black oxide finish, the 22410/22412 XD housing features a 1.625-inch ball diameter optimized for heavy-duty load paths and handling geometry. The screw-in design allows for threaded installation into fabricated control arms or steering knuckles, eliminating the need for studs and reducing stress concentrations at critical junction points. Greasable construction means extended service life through proper maintenance intervals, allowing debris purging and lubrication replenishment essential for race and off-road use where contamination exposure is routine. Weighing just 0.85 lbs, the compact 2.95 x 2.5 x 6.55-inch footprint integrates cleanly into tight suspension packages without sacrificing structural integrity.

This ball joint housing is ideal for fabricated suspension systems, road-racing platforms, drag racing vehicles, and ultra-light weight competition builds where standard components create reliability bottlenecks. Mechanics and fabricators building custom IFS kits benefit from the screw-in interface, which simplifies installation geometry and allows precise alignment tuning during assembly. Installation requires drilling and threading corresponding holes in control arms or knuckles; consult suspension geometry specifications and HOWE documentation to ensure proper positioning. The absence of studs eliminates potential stress risers, making this design particularly valuable in applications experiencing high cornering loads or repetitive impacts common in motorsports environments.