the classic symptom of a bad cv joint is a steady clicking when turning
sharply. popping and cracking could be other things too, such as loose
strut tower bolts, bad strut, loose or missing sway bar attachment or mount,
tire or wheel rubbing on something caught or loose under there.
the hardest part of CV joint removal is usually getting the joint off the
axle. i managed to do it on my car without any special tools, but it was a
bit tricky. i dont know anything out civics in this regard, however. its
not a lunchtime job for the amatuer.
HTH,
-james c
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael R. Clements <mrclem@telocity.com>
To: Autocross <ba-autox@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2001 7:35 AM
Subject: CV joints?
> My old Honda Civic is making popping or cracking sounds when I give it gas
when the steering wheel is turned. I suspect this is the CV joints starting
to go bad.
>
> I'm wondering if anyone can tell me whether this sounds like a reasonable
diagnosis, and if so, how hard it is to replace the CV joints. Is it a few
hours, a full day, or a weekend job? Does it require special tools and
dexterous hands that can fit into tiny spaces, or is it pretty normal stuff?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Michael R. Clements
> mrclem@telocity.com
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