1st gen 4 Runner ball joints

[kc15842]

ODD, different OEM part numbers for the right and left ball joints and at first glance they appear to be the same. Does anyone know if there is a difference?

 

[9494runner]

ODD, different OEM part numbers for the right and left ball joints and at first glance they appear to be the same. Does anyone know if there is a difference?

I picked up some upper and lower for both sides from rock auto. Beck&a's. They are stamped 555. 2 years no problems - another option to oem since they are pricey.

I believe there is no difference, there is no difference for right and left with moog and beck&a. You can try camelback toyota parts catalog

 

[kc15842]

Thanks, I was surprised when I read two part numbers one for the right and one for the left and I see no difference. I just added the ball joint spacers and before I get the alignment I wanted to check the Ball Joints,After 222k they still seam great.

 

[9494runner]

Thanks, I was surprised when I read two part numbers one for the right and one for the left and I see no difference. I just added the ball joint spacers and before I get the alignment I wanted to check the Ball Joints,After 222k they still seam great.

If you're adding spacers I would highly advise replacing all 4 joints 1 for peace of mind and 2 bj spacers add additional stress on your uppers. For 30 bucks a joint - well worth it

 

[kc15842]

That's what I'm doing. Good Sunday project. Also order fittings and Steel braided hose to replace the 28 year old brake hoses. Everything came apart with no issues. From what I could see the original BJ's look like I could have gotten another 50K miles.