so i've never seen a king pin...

[colbystephens]

how is it different from a ball joint? anyone got a pic. comparison of both? what's the advantage of the king pin?

 

[surpip]

i king pin is a metal cone, a ball joint is similar to a tie rod end
tech article to replace kingpin's

 

[kennyw]

A king pin will take a lot more load without failing because it is solid metal throughout. A ball joint has a lot less to it, but I believe it is a cheaper way to build the axle pivot points.

 

[colbystephens]

i king pin is a metal cone, a ball joint is similar to a tie rod end
tech article to replace kingpin's

that's quite the write up!