Ticking (clicking) rear-Only low speeds when turning???

[Jett]

I didn't know these could be rebuilt. Where?

 

[dawk]

I didn't know these could be rebuilt. Where?

Check and see if there are any local CV shops around you. There are many shops online that will do this service.

 

[Larry Bastanza]

Is it the outer joint or the inner? I have a good outer joint left over from another repair. PM me if you like.

The right and left outers are the same.

Regards,
LarryB

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Curry's informs me that they are 100% sure that it is the left rear CV joint. They also inform me that there are none available in the US apparently, and that they will have to order it, so I am looking at weeks for delivery and installation. This is going to suck; either I ride the Gold Wing for a month (brrr) or rent a car.

I checked myself with DelRay Acura and a couple of other places, and the story is the same. I am going to cast around a little but I am probably going to end up just ordering it and waiting. I am also going to need a couple of CV joint kits.

 

[Jett]

I don't think even the mechanic knows if it is the outer or the inner, as I don't think they have taken the axle shaft out yet. Which one is more prone to fail?

I found a CV joint source in my area. I called them and they don't have any listings or information at all for the NSX.

Larry, you say the outers are the same. Are the inners also the same? Don't lose that CV joint! I may end up needing it!

 

[Larry Bastanza]

I don't think even the mechanic knows if it is the outer or the inner, as I don't think they have taken the axle shaft out yet. Which one is more prone to fail?

In the meantime, I have been exploring different ideas. I managed to find a CV joint expert in my area. I called them and they don't have any listings or information at all for the NSX, but we are exploring the idea of comparing Legend inner and outer CV joints to NSX CV joints, with the goal of identifying a Legend CV joint or joints that would replace the NSX CV joint. If I knew which one I needed. I only have pictures to go by at this point.:redface:

Larry, you say the outers are the same. Are the inners also the same? Don't lose that CV joint! I may end up needing it!

1. Inner joints are different
2. Left side is a rare failure (Right inner is typical)
3. If it is clicking, the joint needs replacement, the bearings are toast, been there, done that......

Last time I had this, the entire joint was a throw away. That is why I purchased a used complete axle. (It was a right) I used the inner joint I needed, and have the rest of the axle assy. The cost for the entire used axle was half of a new joint only.

Call the used parts guys. If you need a used complete left axle LMK, I think I know someone who has one, since I bought the right one, the left is probably still available and it is an entire car that was salvaged.

Regards,
LarryB

 

[Jett]

I need to point out that my car is an automatic. Do you know if the automatic CV joints/axles are the same as the manual joints/axles? They have different part numbers: 42311-SL0-900 (automatic) vs 42311-SL0-000 (manual).

I just called the mechanic - it is definitely the left side. Assuming that it will fit on my automatic NSX, I will take that left axle if you can get it for me. I will then try to get the one that comes out rebuilt by thecvman in order to have a spare.

 

[Larry Bastanza]

I need to point out that my car is an automatic. Do you know if the automatic CV joints/axles are the same as the manual joints/axles? They have different part numbers: 42311-SL0-900 (automatic) vs 42311-SL0-000 (manual).

I just called the mechanic - it is definitely the left side. Assuming that it will fit on my automatic NSX, I will take that left axle if you can get it for me. I will then try to get the one that comes out rebuilt by thecvman in order to have a spare.

After a closer look at the P/N's the driveshaft assy, as you point out, is different. However the inboard and outboard CV joints are the same for auto as well as manual, which leads me to beleive the driveshaft length itself may be different. So if you got a used manual left driveshaft with two good CV's you could use the parts to rebuild your original and be fine. I will find the guys name I got the driveshaft from and let you know.

Regards,
LarryB

 

[Jett]

I am anxiously awaiting your reply, as riding the Gold Wing isn't looking very appealing with daytime temps in the 30s, nighttime lows in the 20s, and snow in the forecast. In the meantime, I will check with ERZ Auto again in NY. I realize that the timing of this right around the holidays is terrible.

My mechanic also informed me that my struts need to be replaced. It IS time. I ordered a set of Bilsteins through ebay seller bungerfeldsauto for $640, shipped. I tried to order them through eshocks.com (advertised at $559, shipped), but they didn't have the front ones in stock.

 

[Larry Bastanza]

I am awaitinjg a call back to get you the contact info for the yard that has the left axle. As soon as I know so will you

Happy Holidays

Regards,
LarryB

 

[Jett]

Thanks Larry, I called the number and he still has the left CV axle, but it is for a manual. I still may end up buying it if ERZ doesn't come through with an automatic CV axle.

He also searched for the automatic axle on the salvage yard network - no luck, and he said that their database probably encompasses literally thousands of salvage yards nationwide. Noteworthy is that the right CV axle for manuals or automatics is the same, but the left CV axle is different.

 

[Jett]

Right now I am awaiting parts delivery. In the meantime, I will attempt to summarize, for the benefit of others, everything I think I know about NSX CV joints and axles so far:

1. The right side inner is the most prone to failure.
2. All years manual axles are the same, and all years automatic axles are the same.
3. The right axles/joints (assemblies) are the same for manuals or automatics.
4. The outer CV joints, whether for right or left side, are the same.
5. The inner CV joints, on the right or left side, are different.
6. The left-side automatic axle is slightly longer, but uses the same CV joints as the manual axle.
7. If you can only obtain a manual axle and you need an automatic axle, you can use the joints on the manual axle and install them on an automatic axle.

Correct me if I am wrong.

 

[Larry Bastanza]

Right now I am awaiting parts delivery. In the meantime, I will attempt to summarize, for the benefit of others, everything I think I know about NSX CV joints and axles so far:

1. The right side inner is the most prone to failure.
2. All years manual axles are the same, and all years automatic axles are the same.
3. The right axles/joints (assemblies) are the same for manuals or automatics.
4. The outer CV joints, whether for right or left side, are the same.
5. The inner CV joints, on the right or left side, are different.
6. The left-side automatic axle is slightly longer, but uses the same CV joints as the manual axle.
7. If you can only obtain a manual axle and you need an automatic axle, you can use the joints on the manual axle and install them on an automatic axle.

Correct me if I am wrong.

My only question is how did you determine #6? I would have expected the axle to be shorter for the autos, but I really have no idea.........Curious minds want to know

Regards,
LarryB

 

[Jett]

ERZ found me a used left automatic axle on 12/30/2010; I received the axle on 1/3/2011. That is great service! ERZ insisted that the automatic axle was about 1/4" longer than the manual axle - I would have thought it would have been shorter as well.

I have received the CV boot kits from Delray Acura (highly recommended), and I now have also received the Bilstein shocks from eBay seller bungerfeldsauto. I dropped the parts off at Curry's and am now awaiting completion of the repairs.

I also bought a temporary car (1994 Thunderbird) to drive while the NSX is in rehab.