After extensive research, this is what I've found:

Lower ball joints, front and rear have OEM replacement solutions:
Front- OEM 51230-S2A-000
Rear ('97 Accord Front Lower) 51220-S84-A02

Have we not yet found a suitable OEM replacement upper ball joint for our car? We know they are replaceable (SPC etc.). What about those of us that want Factory replacement without paying $150/$60 per arm?

Anyone have any ideas? It shouldn't cost $150 to replace a bad ball joint, that's insanity.

Thanks in advance!

 

does NAPA have anything? I know i've used the nascar branded ball joints on my civic and just pressed them out.

darcy

 

He's trying to find OEM Honda parts that will work.

 

Maybe not necessarily OEM, but at least OEM replacement type. I would take a ball joint by moog, or any other reputable third party that was decently priced and usable. Nothing guys?

 

You think that's bad: My TRX700XX costs over 800 to replace 4 fronts, WHOLESALE. Retail is over 1K. They're part of the front a-arms and the whole arms have to be replaced. In that regard, Honda FTL...

 

Mugen makes replacements. but they are not cheap.