Lower Ball Joint – Honda Prelude 5 VTi-S (1997–2001) – CTR CB0127 / Replaces OEM 51220-S30-N21

CTR CB0127 Lower Ball Joint – Honda Prelude 5 VTi-S (1997–2001)

The CTR CB0127 lower ball joint is a high-quality replacement designed exclusively for the Honda Prelude 5 VTi-S. This version of the Prelude uses a unique front knuckle with two different lower ball joints. The CB0127 model is the larger, non-standard joint used only in the VTi-S specification.

Direct Replacement for Honda OEM 51220-S30-N21

This ball joint replaces the original Honda part 51220-S30-N21. If your VTi-S exhibits play in the suspension, uneven tyre wear or knocking sounds, replacing the worn joint with a CTR CB0127 ensures proper geometry and safe handling.

Key Technical Details

• Manufacturer: CTR – Central Corporation
• Part number: CB0127
• Replaces OEM: 51220-S30-N21
• Fitment: Honda Prelude 5 VTi-S (1997–2001 only)
• VTi-S knuckle uses two lower ball joints: one standard size and one larger – this is the larger version
• Not interchangeable with standard Prelude 5 ball joints

If you are unsure which joint is installed in your knuckle, verify the OEM number or compare measurements before ordering.

FAQ – CTR CB0127 Lower Ball Joint for Honda Prelude 5 VTi-S

1. Does CTR CB0127 fit all Honda Prelude 5 models?
No. It fits only the VTi-S version, which uses a unique knuckle with two different lower ball joints. Standard Prelude 5 models use the smaller, common joint.

2. Is CB0127 interchangeable with the second ball joint in the VTi-S knuckle?
No. The VTi-S knuckle has two different-sized joints. CB0127 is the larger joint and cannot replace the standard one.

3. Is 51220-S30-N21 a correct OEM reference for this part?
Yes. CTR CB0127 is a direct and fully compatible replacement for Honda OEM 51220-S30-N21.

4. What makes the VTi-S ball joints different from regular Prelude 5 models?
Only the VTi-S uses a dual-joint knuckle with two separate joint sizes. All other Prelude 5 models use a single standard-size lower ball joint.