Hi,

I have a '98 Honda Accord with just 60K miles. Took it for an oil
change and the garage told me I need to replace both front ball joints
(and have an alignment). I don't really know the mechanic well enough
to trust him, so I'm unsure. I've decided not to have it done for now,
and will have it checked elsewhere.

In the mean time, can someone with experience tell me if it is likely
with a '98 Accord that the ball joints go bad before the brake pads?
They are the *original* pads.

Thanks,

Cris