Car vibrations, possibly diagnosed, unknown parts,

[David]

Hey guys,

For some time my 04′ Honda CRV has had some sort of vibration whist driving.. primarily more noticeable during acceleration. As to rule out the possibility of wheel balancing issue, I booked it into a local tyre place, and mentioned I was trying to diagnose this issue. Super nice guys helped me out and took it for a test drive then lifted to inspect before doing the wheel allignment/balance (didnt charge for the diagnose either 🙂 ). The guy who test drove it certainly noticed the vibration, inspected and told me (and showed me) what the likely issue was.

1st there was the Dynamic Dampener for the rear Differential, it was a cylinder shape that was loose and handing by a pinch of rubber.

2nd, there was (I can’t recall the exact name, hoping you guys can help me out here), some kind of mounting bushing (pick below) which can a split.

Apparently these parts were worn.

[B]Dynamic Dampener for the rear Differential[/B]

[IMG]http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af101/Widget1983/Car/Honda%20CRV/IMAG0331_zpsvxodgtlz.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af101/Widget1983/Car/Honda%20CRV/IMAG0330_zpsvqhkqhmi.jpg[/IMG]

[B]some kind of mounting bushing[/B]

[IMG]http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af101/Widget1983/Car/Honda%20CRV/IMAG0340_zpsqqsu2bbb.jpg[/IMG]

There was another part, I think its the Rear Differential Mount, cant remember if he said it need replacing or not, but I noticed a tiny splt in it.. probably best to replace ?

[IMG]http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af101/Widget1983/Car/Honda%20CRV/IMAG0347_zpslodtq9ag.jpg[/IMG]

I’m having trouble identifying the name of these parts.. can anyone help ?

Also, besides a HONDA dealer, where else might I find replacement parts or kits?

I got a quote for $559 parts (parts from HONDA) and labor.. but if I can get the parts cheaper, dont think it’ll be too hard of a job??

Any suggestions on (cheap) places to purchase? I’m from Australia, and though can probably get through a Honda dealer, prices are usually much more expensive, so Im considering ordering online and shipping over.

Regards,

Topic

[college man]

see if this helps. Sometimes a cheap price will get you cheap products.
I would stay with Honda or beck/arnley. You could google the parts and make
a comparison.

http://www.hondapartsoverstock.com/p/Honda_2004_CR-V/Mounting-assembly-a–rear-differential/50725528/50710-S9A-A01.html?partner=googlebase_adwords&kwd=&origin=pla

[David]

[quote=”college man” post=178375]see if this helps. Sometimes a cheap price will get you cheap products.
I would stay with Honda or beck/arnley. You could google the parts and make
a comparison.

http://www.hondapartsoverstock.com/p/Honda_2004_CR-V/Mounting-assembly-a–rear-differential/50725528/50710-S9A-A01.html?partner=googlebase_adwords&kwd=&origin=pla%5B/quote%5D

Thanks College Man :), I checked the link and it looks like they ship to Australia.

Ill google the parts too for comparison just incase.

I was also told by someone to check/change rear diff fluid.. should I change that before ordering just in case it help with the vibration ? or do the parts above (especially the Dyn damper) look too far gone and should just replace anyways ?

Also, what happens if I was to remove the Dynamic Damper all together?

Thanks again 🙂

[college man]

The mounts look shot. They live a hard life under the car. I would not remove the
dynamic damper it is designed into the mix for a reason.

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