Help!!! 67 Dart Upper Balljoint crooked

Like everyone here said this is "not acceptable". I was able to reduce the large ball joint socket with a piece of metal strap as below. It fit well and was able to to tighten to correct torque without slipping. Just make sure threads are clean and start BJ by hand. If BJ keeps turning when seated you know threads are FUBAR!

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