Rear end fishtails when I hit a bump
10-28-2011, 12:43 PM
#1
Rear end fishtails when I hit a bump
So yeah everytime I hit a bump now my rear end starts fishtailing. Haven't made any changes to the car it used to feel very planted. I am thinking either the tires are worn out after 20k miles or the shocks are done. Any other options? I used to run excessive negative camber on these tires (-4.5), however I am at -2.8/-3 in the rear now. The shocks are Tein SS and have about 25k miles on them. I am going to probably pick up some new tires anyways next week since I need new ones and I will update the results.
10-28-2011, 01:20 PM
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Did you install an RSB? If so, what "setting"?
10-28-2011, 01:55 PM
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Your TOE is out of spec most likely... Get yourself an alignment and pay close attention to the TOE... make sure that it is neutralized (set to as close to 0 degrees as possible)... Also check if your sway bar links are attached...
This is what happened to me a few times... the car was so low for so long that the bracket that holds the end link to the sway bars snapped...
This is what happened to me a few times... the car was so low for so long that the bracket that holds the end link to the sway bars snapped...
10-28-2011, 02:19 PM
#5
I have the progress RSB I believe it is on the firm setting. Here is a pic of my RSB
http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_i...0118_large.jpg
I have had the RSB for awhile though and never experienced this fishtailing until recently.
http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_i...0118_large.jpg
I have had the RSB for awhile though and never experienced this fishtailing until recently.
10-28-2011, 02:21 PM
#7
Your TOE is out of spec most likely... Get yourself an alignment and pay close attention to the TOE... make sure that it is neutralized (set to as close to 0 degrees as possible)... Also check if your sway bar links are attached...
This is what happened to me a few times... the car was so low for so long that the bracket that holds the end link to the sway bars snapped...
This is what happened to me a few times... the car was so low for so long that the bracket that holds the end link to the sway bars snapped...
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10-28-2011, 02:34 PM
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yea most probably the endlinks, I had the same exact effect on my car. Smallest bump in the road and I could feel the back end kind of shifting to the side. Changed the end links and all good. Progress sway bar on firm setting tends to eat those endlinks fast, I had to change mine 2 times in 2 years.
10-28-2011, 03:13 PM
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End Links are ~$20 bucks each. You'd need two.
Firm setting on the RSB will accentuate the issue you're having. ALthough, overall, I think the other comments/suggestions above are more likely the actual cause.
End Links are ~$20 bucks each. You'd need two.
Firm setting on the RSB will accentuate the issue you're having. ALthough, overall, I think the other comments/suggestions above are more likely the actual cause.
10-28-2011, 05:07 PM
#12
bearcat is correct. i had my drivers rear end link broken when i had someone install my coilovers for me.
went to the dealership to purchase a end link, they didn't have it in stock so they had to order it. it was about $16 bucks or so. i didn't know how to put it so i took it to a shop and they charged me 50. might have been too much but oh well.
went to the dealership to purchase a end link, they didn't have it in stock so they had to order it. it was about $16 bucks or so. i didn't know how to put it so i took it to a shop and they charged me 50. might have been too much but oh well.
10-28-2011, 05:14 PM
#13
Try $13.21ea at G1Parts.com. Plus they have free shipping over $20. Always check part numbers at the Honda dealers first. They are always cheaper for the same parts (if they apply to a Honda model). Here are the part numbers:
Right side 52320-SFY-J01
Left side 52325-SFY-J01
BTW: If your experiencing a loss of traction the rear, try simply rotating your tires. This can/will help rule out tire issues. Unless you have staggered rims or something silly like that.
Right side 52320-SFY-J01
Left side 52325-SFY-J01
BTW: If your experiencing a loss of traction the rear, try simply rotating your tires. This can/will help rule out tire issues. Unless you have staggered rims or something silly like that.
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10-28-2011, 05:16 PM
#14
yea I pay 27$ a piece (one for each side) for some moog ones. They lasted me about a year. The thing with these is you have to protect the thread on them from the elements. Or else you'll have a hard time changing them out if you need to. I had to cut my stock ones off, and the first set of the moog ones that went to shit. I did it in my garage both times.
10-28-2011, 05:58 PM
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I would check your shocks. I had a blown right rear right before I got the HT-Spec coils and a simple manhole cover would send the car's rear end swaying if I drove over it at regular speed.
10-29-2011, 03:50 PM
#16
Just got back from the tire shop, new tires and an alignment and my problem is fixed no more fishtailing. Amazing how much of a difference the worn tires and out of spec toe made on how the car drives. I have confidence in my car again!
Oh and I checked the endlinks just to be sure and they are fine. Also adjusted the camber slightly so now its -1.5 front and -2.3/-2.5 rear. Before it was -3 in the rear.
Oh and I checked the endlinks just to be sure and they are fine. Also adjusted the camber slightly so now its -1.5 front and -2.3/-2.5 rear. Before it was -3 in the rear.
Last edited by AnthraciteAspec; 10-29-2011 at 03:52 PM.
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