'98 300ex problems

[Caseys 300ex]

I have a 1998 300ex with a bad front end. I called a local honda dealer to see how much bushings cost and they told me '98s dont have bushings cuz it didnt show up on there computer. instead they told me it has bearings. Is this true?

[bwamos]

It has both.

It has bearings in the middle of the joint and a bushing on either side of the bearing.

That is exactly why I don't use the dealerships.. lol.

http://www.servicehonda.com/hard%20parts/atv/trx300ex_93_02/front_arm.htm

#12's are the bearings.
#8's are the bushings.

servicehonda.com

If you tear it down and the bearings are shot.. I'd jsut buy aftermarket a-arms. The bearings are freaking EXPENSIVE! If you have to replace the bearings and bushings it will cost you several hundred dollars.