Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> though).
>
> There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
>
> Thanks!
> Remco
>

I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
rebuilt may be in order.

John

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> though).
>
> There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
>
> Thanks!
> Remco
>

I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
rebuilt may be in order.

John

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> though).
>
> There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
>
> Thanks!
> Remco
>

I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
rebuilt may be in order.

John

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> leave the store.
> The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
>

Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?

About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
doesn't come off, it will break :)

> Remco wrote:
> > Elle wrote:
> > > "Remco" <whybcuz@yahoo.com> wrote
> > > > Does what you say hold true about integras/civics as well,
> > > > then?
> > >
> > > Yes. Furthermore, the Honda/Acura half shafts are said to be
> > > fairly easy to pull, too. Sounds like an intermediate level
> > > job (well, by my standards). It is something I would try on
> > > my own, especially since the young kids in my class who had
> > > pulled a half shaft said they typically had not found it too
> > > difficult. The easiness of the job to me argues for getting
> > > the ones with a lifetime warranty from Autozone or Napa. If
> > > I'd done the job at least once, I might even be able to talk
> > > myself into the cheaper ones from the local salvage yard.
> > >
> > > IIRC, the variation in half shaft diameter, length, and
> > > spline number is somewhat notorious for Hondas, so measure
> > > all carefully at Autozone, etc.
> >
> > Great - thanks! I'll try autozone. Have only messed with axles on my vw
> > bug.
> > Looking at the service manual it does not look difficult but seems
> > involving.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> leave the store.
> The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
>

Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?

About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
doesn't come off, it will break :)

> Remco wrote:
> > Elle wrote:
> > > "Remco" <whybcuz@yahoo.com> wrote
> > > > Does what you say hold true about integras/civics as well,
> > > > then?
> > >
> > > Yes. Furthermore, the Honda/Acura half shafts are said to be
> > > fairly easy to pull, too. Sounds like an intermediate level
> > > job (well, by my standards). It is something I would try on
> > > my own, especially since the young kids in my class who had
> > > pulled a half shaft said they typically had not found it too
> > > difficult. The easiness of the job to me argues for getting
> > > the ones with a lifetime warranty from Autozone or Napa. If
> > > I'd done the job at least once, I might even be able to talk
> > > myself into the cheaper ones from the local salvage yard.
> > >
> > > IIRC, the variation in half shaft diameter, length, and
> > > spline number is somewhat notorious for Hondas, so measure
> > > all carefully at Autozone, etc.
> >
> > Great - thanks! I'll try autozone. Have only messed with axles on my vw
> > bug.
> > Looking at the service manual it does not look difficult but seems
> > involving.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> leave the store.
> The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
>

Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?

About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
doesn't come off, it will break :)

> Remco wrote:
> > Elle wrote:
> > > "Remco" <whybcuz@yahoo.com> wrote
> > > > Does what you say hold true about integras/civics as well,
> > > > then?
> > >
> > > Yes. Furthermore, the Honda/Acura half shafts are said to be
> > > fairly easy to pull, too. Sounds like an intermediate level
> > > job (well, by my standards). It is something I would try on
> > > my own, especially since the young kids in my class who had
> > > pulled a half shaft said they typically had not found it too
> > > difficult. The easiness of the job to me argues for getting
> > > the ones with a lifetime warranty from Autozone or Napa. If
> > > I'd done the job at least once, I might even be able to talk
> > > myself into the cheaper ones from the local salvage yard.
> > >
> > > IIRC, the variation in half shaft diameter, length, and
> > > spline number is somewhat notorious for Hondas, so measure
> > > all carefully at Autozone, etc.
> >
> > Great - thanks! I'll try autozone. Have only messed with axles on my vw
> > bug.
> > Looking at the service manual it does not look difficult but seems
> > involving.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> leave the store.
> The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
>

Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?

About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
doesn't come off, it will break :)

> Remco wrote:
> > Elle wrote:
> > > "Remco" <whybcuz@yahoo.com> wrote
> > > > Does what you say hold true about integras/civics as well,
> > > > then?
> > >
> > > Yes. Furthermore, the Honda/Acura half shafts are said to be
> > > fairly easy to pull, too. Sounds like an intermediate level
> > > job (well, by my standards). It is something I would try on
> > > my own, especially since the young kids in my class who had
> > > pulled a half shaft said they typically had not found it too
> > > difficult. The easiness of the job to me argues for getting
> > > the ones with a lifetime warranty from Autozone or Napa. If
> > > I'd done the job at least once, I might even be able to talk
> > > myself into the cheaper ones from the local salvage yard.
> > >
> > > IIRC, the variation in half shaft diameter, length, and
> > > spline number is somewhat notorious for Hondas, so measure
> > > all carefully at Autozone, etc.
> >
> > Great - thanks! I'll try autozone. Have only messed with axles on my vw
> > bug.
> > Looking at the service manual it does not look difficult but seems
> > involving.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

John Horner wrote:
> Remco wrote:
> > I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> > u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> > this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> > though).
> >
> > There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> > want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> > source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Remco
> >
>
> I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
> is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
> car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
> part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
> rebuilt may be in order.
>
> John

Thanks -- I'll try that too.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

John Horner wrote:
> Remco wrote:
> > I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> > u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> > this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> > though).
> >
> > There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> > want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> > source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Remco
> >
>
> I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
> is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
> car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
> part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
> rebuilt may be in order.
>
> John

Thanks -- I'll try that too.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

John Horner wrote:
> Remco wrote:
> > I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> > u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> > this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> > though).
> >
> > There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> > want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> > source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Remco
> >
>
> I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
> is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
> car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
> part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
> rebuilt may be in order.
>
> John

Thanks -- I'll try that too.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

John Horner wrote:
> Remco wrote:
> > I need to replace the passenger half axle on our 95 impreza - the inner
> > u-joint is getting really bad. From what I've heard, the best way to do
> > this is just replace the whole axle. (correct me if I am wrong,
> > though).
> >
> > There are a lot of sources for half axles, including on ebay. I don't
> > want to do this job more than once so what's a good source reliable
> > source of rebuilds? I take it most places require a core?
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Remco
> >
>
> I would get a dealer quote just for grins. Who knows, maybe their price
> is reasonable. Much depends on how long you plan to keep running the
> car. If you want another 11 years out of it, then a new Honda/Acura
> part might make sense. If another 2-5 years will do then a parts store
> rebuilt may be in order.
>
> John

Thanks -- I'll try that too.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> > I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> > Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> > teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> > it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> > leave the store.
> > The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> > shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> > nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> > breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> > after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> > one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> > powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
> >
>
> Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?
>

Yes. Dealer part. A few bucks, IIRC.

> About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
> get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
> doesn't come off, it will break :)
>

I recently did the timing belt on it. My wrench is 235 ft/lbs.
Wouldn't budge the crankshaft pulley bolt. My brother had a 375 ft/lb
IR. Ditto. A 5' pipe over the breaker bar did the trick on that. The
impact wrench worked, but the pipe didn't on the Accord hub nut. I
think the pipe was about 4' that time. The Civic nuts weren't as hub
bad. I think you also have to separate the tie rod too. That was the
only other obstacle. Good luck.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> > I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> > Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> > teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> > it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> > leave the store.
> > The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> > shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> > nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> > breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> > after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> > one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> > powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
> >
>
> Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?
>

Yes. Dealer part. A few bucks, IIRC.

> About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
> get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
> doesn't come off, it will break :)
>

I recently did the timing belt on it. My wrench is 235 ft/lbs.
Wouldn't budge the crankshaft pulley bolt. My brother had a 375 ft/lb
IR. Ditto. A 5' pipe over the breaker bar did the trick on that. The
impact wrench worked, but the pipe didn't on the Accord hub nut. I
think the pipe was about 4' that time. The Civic nuts weren't as hub
bad. I think you also have to separate the tie rod too. That was the
only other obstacle. Good luck.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> > I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> > Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> > teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> > it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> > leave the store.
> > The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> > shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> > nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> > breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> > after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> > one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> > powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
> >
>
> Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?
>

Yes. Dealer part. A few bucks, IIRC.

> About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
> get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
> doesn't come off, it will break :)
>

I recently did the timing belt on it. My wrench is 235 ft/lbs.
Wouldn't budge the crankshaft pulley bolt. My brother had a 375 ft/lb
IR. Ditto. A 5' pipe over the breaker bar did the trick on that. The
impact wrench worked, but the pipe didn't on the Accord hub nut. I
think the pipe was about 4' that time. The Civic nuts weren't as hub
bad. I think you also have to separate the tie rod too. That was the
only other obstacle. Good luck.

Re: what's a good source of replacement half axles?
 

Remco wrote:
> ALF_SCHUMWAY@HOTMAIL.COM wrote:
> > I've done both axles (at different times, several years ago) on my '92
> > Civic, using rebuilts from Autozone. The only problem was that one had
> > teeth that were slightly beat up, and wouldn't fit through the hub --
> > it's a tight fit. They exchanged it. Inspect the teeth before you
> > leave the store.
> > The Haynes book recommends getting the split ring thingy that locks the
> > shaft into the tranny. You may of course have a problem getting the
> > nut off the hub. When I replaced the engine in my '85 Accord, a long
> > breaker bar wouldn't budge it. I rented an electric impact wrench, and
> > after a couple long sessions with it, it loosened. I ended up buying
> > one for about $20 at a Homier traveling tool show. They aren't very
> > powerful, but the rattling is sometimes what you need.
> >
>
> Thanks -- you're saying to replace that split ring, then?
>

Yes. Dealer part. A few bucks, IIRC.

> About getting nuts off: I am restoring a vw beetle so after trying to
> get some of the rusted bolts off, I invested in an IR impact gun. If it
> doesn't come off, it will break :)
>

I recently did the timing belt on it. My wrench is 235 ft/lbs.
Wouldn't budge the crankshaft pulley bolt. My brother had a 375 ft/lb
IR. Ditto. A 5' pipe over the breaker bar did the trick on that. The
impact wrench worked, but the pipe didn't on the Accord hub nut. I
think the pipe was about 4' that time. The Civic nuts weren't as hub
bad. I think you also have to separate the tie rod too. That was the
only other obstacle. Good luck.