General Car Problems - HondaClub.com

superdoopercooperman · 02-20-2007, 07:52 PM

Symptom - My wheel pulls to the left when I push on the gas, and the wheel pulls to the right when I put on the brakes....
....could it be alignment?

Also, my CV Boots are ripped wide open. I don't have any of the tools to fix it, and the way I see it, I have three options:

Take it to a mechanic to get the boots replaced (service will make replacing the boots just as expensive as replacing the whole CV Joint)
Go out and buy all the tools I need (because I only have a 10mm socket wrench and a multitool), buy the boot, and spend a weekend figuring out how to replace to boot
Wait until the CV Joint breaks or wears down to the point that it needs to be replaced, and get the boot and joint replaced.

You really never know when buying a used car exactly how much the previous owner isn't telling you about it. I think I've pretty much sorted out the major problems with it, and these are two of the last ones so far. Thanks for your help, it comes in handy!

underdogs33 · 02-20-2007, 08:46 PM

its sounds like you need an alignment but it pulling when you it the brakes probley need brakes to there prob a caliber thats not working right and your probley better off changeing the whole cv joint and not just the boot its not to hard to change when you have the tools

**TJ213** · 02-20-2007, 09:15 PM

If the cost is that close you should just change the whole thing, either now, or later, if you think you won't need to replace it again during the time you own the car you might as well just replace it now.

^^^
general advice, I have no idea what a CV boot / joint is

NiceTeggy · 02-20-2007, 10:57 PM

Its quite simple. Just replace both axles ( trust me, it works out best. Sooner or later the other one is going to go and you end up right where you started) and then check if it pulls or not. If needed get an alignment and if you still get the problem while braking, then its probably a problem in the brake lines in the right side.
I'd suggest you go in that order so you can trouble shoot as you go.

AP1fun · 02-21-2007, 06:27 PM

Sounds like a warped brake rotor if you ask me.

TJ, CV stands for constant velocity joint. It takes all the impact of the cars movement first. I agree that you replace the whole axels and do it in a timely fashion. You don't want to be stranded with a messed up axel and then have to pay a towing feel. If you aren't machanically enclined replacing an axel is not for you. Also, on any at home project I suggest you go and pick up a Haynes Manual for your car from most auto parts stores for around 15 dollars.

mikemortal20 · 02-28-2007, 02:00 PM

I agree with all yall replies but on a crx I would replace all of rhe front brake componants including calipers both rotors and upgraded pads and brake lines.
Definitly change both front axles(c.v joints) the cost for both axles installed should be around $500 its cool. just don't ride around on those brakes

02-20-2007, 07:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
superdoopercooperman Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: London, Ontario Canada Posts: 21	General Car Problems Symptom - My wheel pulls to the left when I push on the gas, and the wheel pulls to the right when I put on the brakes.... ....could it be alignment? Also, my CV Boots are ripped wide open. I don't have any of the tools to fix it, and the way I see it, I have three options: Take it to a mechanic to get the boots replaced (service will make replacing the boots just as expensive as replacing the whole CV Joint) Go out and buy all the tools I need (because I only have a 10mm socket wrench and a multitool), buy the boot, and spend a weekend figuring out how to replace to boot Wait until the CV Joint breaks or wears down to the point that it needs to be replaced, and get the boot and joint replaced. You really never know when buying a used car exactly how much the previous owner isn't telling you about it. I think I've pretty much sorted out the major problems with it, and these are two of the last ones so far. Thanks for your help, it comes in handy! __________________ -Scott C. 1991 Honda Civic CX Hatchback

02-20-2007, 09:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
TJ213 Super Moderator Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Carlisle, Pennsylvania United States Posts: 1,625	If the cost is that close you should just change the whole thing, either now, or later, if you think you won't need to replace it again during the time you own the car you might as well just replace it now. ^^^ general advice, I have no idea what a CV boot / joint is __________________ Comma Club Member #1

02-21-2007, 06:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
AP1fun Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Huntsville, Alabama United States Posts: 683	Sounds like a warped brake rotor if you ask me. TJ, CV stands for constant velocity joint. It takes all the impact of the cars movement first. I agree that you replace the whole axels and do it in a timely fashion. You don't want to be stranded with a messed up axel and then have to pay a towing feel. If you aren't machanically enclined replacing an axel is not for you. Also, on any at home project I suggest you go and pick up a Haynes Manual for your car from most auto parts stores for around 15 dollars. __________________ [/quote]

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

02-20-2007, 08:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
underdogs33 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 41	its sounds like you need an alignment but it pulling when you it the brakes probley need brakes to there prob a caliber thats not working right and your probley better off changeing the whole cv joint and not just the boot its not to hard to change when you have the tools

02-20-2007, 10:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
NiceTeggy Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bronx, New York United States Posts: 71	Its quite simple. Just replace both axles ( trust me, it works out best. Sooner or later the other one is going to go and you end up right where you started) and then check if it pulls or not. If needed get an alignment and if you still get the problem while braking, then its probably a problem in the brake lines in the right side. I'd suggest you go in that order so you can trouble shoot as you go.

02-28-2007, 02:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
mikemortal20 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States Posts: 35	I agree with all yall replies but on a crx I would replace all of rhe front brake componants including calipers both rotors and upgraded pads and brake lines. Definitly change both front axles(c.v joints) the cost for both axles installed should be around $500 its cool. just don't ride around on those brakes