TrackStar

Ok, when the right rear suspension compresses, it sounds like creaky old matress springs. Btw I am running BuddyClub RS coilovers, and the shocks seem to be in working order. Could it the very top or very bottom of the spring is rubbing? We used to fix by placing a zip tie between th rings. Any other ideas- possibly endlinks, etc? Thanks in advance . . .

jzz30

you can buy the Tein spring covers. they are a plastic thing that neatly wraps around the spring. the have 3 sizes i believe you need the smallest one or maybe the middle of the pack.

TrackStar

Thanks. I think I'm going to try the zip tie thing tonight and if so, I'll buy the covers- I'm not sure it's the spring causing it.

s2k dre

make sure the link pins are tight, cause my friends was stripped out and it was clicking all the time.

TrackStar

Sorry for my ignorance, but what are link pins?

s2k dre

damn, i dont have any pics but its the pins that that hook from the sway bar and connect to the lower control arm, some people unbolt them when they replace the struts because its easier and then that 14mm bolt sometimes doesnt tighten up all the way and causing clicking in the rear end.

TrackStar

I gotcha- that could be it also. I replaced my subframe with an AP2 version a few months back and maybe I forgot to crank 'em down. I will def take a look at that. I'm assuming an impact wrench would be my best bet for that. Btw, anyone know how to tell if the endlinks are worn out?

E-brake

I've got a similar sound and Honda just told me my diff is blown

With the car in the air, when turning one wheel the other isn't moving. Honda manual says the other wheel should turn.

Time to install my J's 1.5 way diff

TrackStar

That sucks. If you're pulling the diff apart you might as well change to the 4.57's. I was lazy tonight, I have to check mine tomorrow.

E-brake

ya, someone local is selling 4.77s for a good price. I dunno if I want to go with that short of a gear ratio though.