chucking noise on turns...what is it?

[redly1]

When I turn a corner, I hear loud chucking sounds. Is this the CV joint about to go?

1993 accord, 158K

[bjd088]

yes it is

[AccordCodger]

Actually, it's already gone. Time for a replacement.

[redly1]

looks like the part is ~$80 at the auto parts store. Any recommendations on where to get one cheaper?

I've never replaced one of these, do you need any special tools?
OR...how much does it typically cost to get the job done?

[jeffcoslacker]

Hondas are real easy to get reman shafts that aren't quite right, for some reason, so I'd recommend getting one from a reputable source, rather than the cheapest one you can find.

The job isn't too hard, but can really frustrate a novice, so you gotta make the call.

You'll need a socket that fits your spindle nut, a fork to seperate the ball joint (unless Accords have a pinch bolt, I don't remember), remove the brakes, and a prybar to lever the shaft outta the trans case, you gotta apply a lot of force in a quick snap to release the internal snap ring retainer.

Going back together, you just have to make sure the shaft is fully seated and snapped into the case, and take care not to pull on the shaft, extending it, as this will cause the inner joint to fall apart.

Your best bet for getting the correct and quality rebuild at a very good price is to take it directly to an axle and driveshaft rebuilder, where they can usually rebuild yours on the spot, using your original shaft and splines, so there's no worry about misfit, bent shaft, imbalance, etc that happens on some cheap remans.

[redly1]

one more question. How do I determine which shaft is bad?

[dderolph]

Originally Posted by redly1

one more question. How do I determine which shaft is bad?

If you can get under the car, examine the rubber boots on the CV shafts. If you find one that has a split in it, that's probably the bad shaft. Those boots hold grease that lubricates the joints. If a boot has a split or tear in it, the grease gets thrown out through that opening and the joint is no longer lubricated. This leads to rapid deterioration of the joint and to the noise you hear.

You might also be able to feel play in the joint by grabbing the shaft with your hand and pushing and pulling against it.

[AccordCodger]

Replace them both. It's not worth replacing one side if you know nothing about the history of the axles.

[redly1]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CV-AX...temZ8013608716

wonder how good these 100%" new" ones are