Recent content by jmcgahern

No didn't overfill, always carefull about that. Considering the slow leak at the back of the engine somewhere and what seems to be slightly higher blow by at the oil filler cap than I've had with previous engines in the Civic and Accord, I think there's a crankcase pressure issue. Have you come...

Hi, Yes, I ran the test again and this time greased the threads of the glow plug adapter just in case. Just as well too. 340/330/315/340 psi. So a little low on cylinder 3.

Hi All, Haven't been about in a while but running a CRV - ictdi (09) now. I serviced the car about 3 weeks ago and found an oil mist in the air filter box, there's also been a minor rattle at mid load on occasion that I though to be a fuel issue. I found what is a minor oil leak at the back...

I have replaced the drivers side repeater on mine. It's not a difficult job really but the part costs a bit. Just pull the plastic cover off the inside of the door to expose a few nuts holding the mirror on. Carefully take off the mirror glass and disconnect the wire. Take out the screws inside...

I've a few studs that are a little bent and I'm due a new set of discs shortly, I'll have a good snoop when doing the discs and decide then if it is worth tackling. If I do, I will of course record my progress. I recently did the front ARB bushes too, will stick up a diy shortly.

Hi guys, I sort of know the answer to this one already, but has anyone managed to replace a front wheel stud on a 7th gen while the hub is still on the car? I've seen a few videos on youtube where Honda studs were ground a little at the back to get them clear of the stub.

Can you post a video of the belt area when it is making this noise? I can't say for sure about the petrol models, but the diesel model has an issue with alternator bearings, though these are usually caused by an older belt arrangement. On mine I had to replace the alternator pulley also. It is...

I can't say I've driven many automatic cars and I've never driven a Honda auto but I do know that Hondas auto box is not like most. The honda auto box uses a series of wet multi-plate clutches to select each gear on a gear train that is more similar to a manual box. Before a new gear is...

On lubricating the piston, you should use brake fluid only. Most types of grease are oil based products and like WD40 they will react with the rubber seals. When pushing the piston back, have you taken the cap off the brake fluid reservoir? Also try opening the bleed nipple when pushing back...

Guys, I know I asked before about replacement lower ball joints for the 7th gen but does anyone know if genuine Honda ball joints are available? Lings don't have them marked as a separate part. J

Ok a bit of a long shot but here goes. 1. Trap a spider. 2. Tie a thread to one of his legs and send him hunting. When said fly is eaten, pull the spider back out. 3. Should the thread break! 4. Trap a small bat. etc. etc. :D :D :D

Hi Guys and Gals, I know this question was asked before but I didn't see a definite answer. I think I may need a new lower ball joint (obviously at the front). On Lings, the balljoint is not separate from the stub for some reason. The ball joint would have been fabricated separate to the cast...

Nice write up. Was your old alternator totally goosed? If not, it may be worth changing the bearings and pulley yourself to see if you can get a few quid off ebay?

Hi there, You should have a look at the following website; http://www.lingshondaparts.com/honda_car_parts_selection_pfk.php?block_01=17SEA01&block_02=B__2100&block_03=3064 They are selling inboard ***emblies much cheaper it seems!

Hi Jayok, I'm based in Dublin too and have a similar issue or at least I think I do. I had a steering issue that resulted in a replacement rack but there is a clunking still and as you mention, steering can be skittish under braking and driving on flat roads, there is a pull to one side even...