Delphi TC8470 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Right Upper

OE-Style Front Right Upper Control Arm

Delphi TC8470 is a suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the front right upper position on select Honda S2000 models. Built with OE-focused dimensional and material analysis, it is a direct replacement for worn front suspension components on 2000-2009 Honda S2000 applications.

This Delphi TC8470 assembly includes a pre-greased ball joint, bushings, dust boot, and mounting hardware. The cast iron control arm uses a painted finish, black rubber bushings, and a press-in ball joint design for standard replacement service.

Key Features

• Part number: TC8470
• Position: Front right upper
• Fits 2000-2009 Honda S2000, front right upper
• Control arm construction: casting/forged
• Control arm material: cast iron
• Ball joint included with threaded stud type
• Pre-greased assembly with no grease fitting
• Rubber bushings and chloroprene rubber dust boot
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

Delphi TC8470 is engineered for the front right upper suspension location on the Honda S2000. It is built as a complete control arm and ball joint assembly to restore proper suspension geometry and replace a worn upper arm, ball joint, or bushing set in one service step. Delphi applies OE-based fit and material analysis to help maintain dimensional accuracy between the original part and the replacement assembly.

The painted cast iron arm uses rubber bushings, a press-in ball joint, and a chloroprene rubber dust boot. It is pre-greased, non-adjustable, and non-greaseable, making it a straightforward standard replacement for the Honda S2000 front suspension. Delphi TC8470 also cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-7790 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Front-end clunking or knocking from a worn upper control arm or ball joint
• Excessive play in the front right upper suspension joint
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension wear
• Loose or unstable steering feel in the front suspension
• Degraded ride control from cracked bushings or a damaged dust boot

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2000-2009 Honda S2000, front right upper. Verify the threaded stud style, mounting hole dimensions, and position before installation. Because the ball joint is press-in and the assembly is pre-greased, service should follow the vehicle’s suspension procedures and torque specifications. A front-end alignment is recommended after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Delphi uses OE-focused testing and material validation for its steering and suspension portfolio. This part is evaluated for temperature extremes and salt-spray exposure, and Delphi’s dimensional analysis supports consistent fitment for the Honda S2000 application.