CRV end links and bushings
06-26-2011, 10:20 PM
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CRV end links and bushings
My gf has a 1997 CRV with 245k miles on it and the sway bar end links and bushings are shot.
I am looking at parts and trying to decide what to get, OEM or aftermarket. Probably going to be getting rid of the car in the next few years so don't need anything too great, but don't want anything to cheap...
For OEM
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...RONT+LOWER+ARM
I am assuming parts 2 and 4 are what I need?
Should I go aftermarket?
Are driveworks from Advance Auto any good or just crap?
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...151-_-10720525
or I was thinking I could go with Beck Arnley that would still be a little cheaper than OEM:
http://www.amazon.com/Beck-Arnley-10...9129727&sr=1-1
I am looking at parts and trying to decide what to get, OEM or aftermarket. Probably going to be getting rid of the car in the next few years so don't need anything too great, but don't want anything to cheap...
For OEM
http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...RONT+LOWER+ARM
I am assuming parts 2 and 4 are what I need?
Should I go aftermarket?
Are driveworks from Advance Auto any good or just crap?
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...151-_-10720525
or I was thinking I could go with Beck Arnley that would still be a little cheaper than OEM:
http://www.amazon.com/Beck-Arnley-10...9129727&sr=1-1
06-26-2011, 11:39 PM
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Moog is usually an upgrade over stock. BA looks good too.
06-27-2011, 06:14 AM
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moog works pretty well. I replaced the sway bar links on the wife's 4runner. I replaced the front struts and the sway bar links had to be replaced as one broke and the other stripped as i was trying to remove them. Gotta love 10 year old suspension parts.
Don't forget to look for coupon codes for advance auto.
Don't forget to look for coupon codes for advance auto.
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06-27-2011, 06:29 AM
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Oh don't worry won't forget my advance auto coupons...
So it sounds like Moog is the preferred brand?
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web..._715215337____
So it sounds like Moog is the preferred brand?
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web..._715215337____
06-27-2011, 06:35 AM
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for Moog (the chassis component company)
Beck Arnley supplies many OE parts for auto manufacturers if I'm not mistaken. Can't go wrong with either one. For end links + bushings I'd go with Moog though.
for Moog (the chassis component company)Beck Arnley supplies many OE parts for auto manufacturers if I'm not mistaken. Can't go wrong with either one. For end links + bushings I'd go with Moog though.
06-27-2011, 08:06 AM
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According to Moog, these are the endlinks I need:
http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com...=MOOG%2DK90667
And these are the bushings:
http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com...=MOOG%2DK90553
Right now I'm looking at getting them on Amazon with my prime shipping:
http://www.amazon.com/Moog-K90667-Sw...ar=1&carId=007
http://www.amazon.com/Moog-K90553-Ca...9179597&sr=8-2
The only thing I am hesistant about is that Amazon's pictures seem to be off, and descriptions vague. Also the amazon fitment guide says the endlinks do not fit the CRV. I am assuming Amazon is probably just wrong and I should be ok since the part numbers match up??
http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com...=MOOG%2DK90667
And these are the bushings:
http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com...=MOOG%2DK90553
Right now I'm looking at getting them on Amazon with my prime shipping:
http://www.amazon.com/Moog-K90667-Sw...ar=1&carId=007
http://www.amazon.com/Moog-K90553-Ca...9179597&sr=8-2
The only thing I am hesistant about is that Amazon's pictures seem to be off, and descriptions vague. Also the amazon fitment guide says the endlinks do not fit the CRV. I am assuming Amazon is probably just wrong and I should be ok since the part numbers match up??
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Get them from rockauto.com
Do a search for rockauto coupons. There's always a 5% coupon on the web.
I've ordered from them a lot and never received the wrong part.
And for Moog. I'm running their endlinks front and back.
Do a search for rockauto coupons. There's always a 5% coupon on the web.
I've ordered from them a lot and never received the wrong part.
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for Moog. I'm running their endlinks front and back.
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06-27-2011, 10:49 AM
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Another vote for Moog if not OEM. Moog actually seems stronger and better quality than most OEMs. Plus, can't beat their lifetime warranty. I have Moog front and back of my RL as well as my other cars and no complaints.
06-27-2011, 12:45 PM
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How many bushings do I need? Looks like MOOG bushings come in pairs. Do I need a pair for each endlink or just a single bushing for each endlink?
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To further clarify, the end links do just that, provide connection from the end of the sway bar to the suspension. The bushings connect the bar to the frame.
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The end link is the unit running up and down. It has two round pieces (one of top, one on bottom) with the 4 bumps on it. One side connects to a bracket the other side to the sway bar.
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06-27-2011, 04:41 PM
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You may want to consider replacing all the rubber under there plus the ball joints. Undoubtedly someone sells a kit. A 15yr old 250k specimen is going to be pretty rotten everywhere.
06-28-2011, 04:31 PM
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One important installation tip, buy a can of 100% silicon lubricant (CRC and others make the stuff). Spray the chassis bushing with it before sliding them over the bar. Do not use WD40, it has petroleum products in it. The silicon will dry to a non-tacky lubricant that is great for bushings and preserving rubber components. Also spray some on the boots of the end links.
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