MEAN Rear-End Shudder...
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I'm not the most mechanically-inclined, so I'm sending up an SOS here....
Got an '84 RX7. She's developed this outrageous shudder when on the move (higher the speed, more intense the shudder) emanating from the back end. Local mechanic at the dealer says it's the rear axle, that there's a loose fitting inside that cannot be adjusted and that the whole thing needs to be replaced. I'm not exactly buying into that theory just yet.
I've read one or two threads here on the subject but nothing that really addresses this particular symptom.
Any ideas out there....?
Many thanks in advance.
-Branch
I'm not the most mechanically-inclined, so I'm sending up an SOS here....
Got an '84 RX7. She's developed this outrageous shudder when on the move (higher the speed, more intense the shudder) emanating from the back end. Local mechanic at the dealer says it's the rear axle, that there's a loose fitting inside that cannot be adjusted and that the whole thing needs to be replaced. I'm not exactly buying into that theory just yet.
I've read one or two threads here on the subject but nothing that really addresses this particular symptom.
Any ideas out there....?
Many thanks in advance.
-Branch
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Check for rotten-**** old tires that have a radial belt broken. That was my problem. I mean it shuddered horribly, right at 70+.
Now, it shudders because the front U-Joint has about 1/4" of play in it. Mazdatrix to the rescue, new driveshaft next Thursday.
It could be shuddering because of out of balance tire/rim.
jerij
Now, it shudders because the front U-Joint has about 1/4" of play in it. Mazdatrix to the rescue, new driveshaft next Thursday.
It could be shuddering because of out of balance tire/rim.
jerij
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Take it to a shop and get them to balance and aling everything for ya. It could jsut be that a weight on the rear tire came off and is now off balance. Even if that doesn't fix the problem its a good thing to have done to your car and also not horribly pricey either. Especiall yif it saves you form having to get a new rear end!
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My 84 does something similar, but my tires and driveshaft are in good shape. Does it more at low speed. I believe it's a combination of weak springs/struts, worn clutch packs and a sticky bearing in the real axle. Sometimes, if it sits for a few days, it will CLUNK when I take off.
Anyways, good rears are hard to find for 1st gens. The parts to rebuild would cost around $250 from mazdatrix. Not sure on labor. I wouldn't say it'd cost too much if you drop the 3rd member yourself and take it somewhere. $100 maybe? If you're junkyard savvy you can find some replacement gears like from a b2200. I've always wanted to try that...
Anyways, good rears are hard to find for 1st gens. The parts to rebuild would cost around $250 from mazdatrix. Not sure on labor. I wouldn't say it'd cost too much if you drop the 3rd member yourself and take it somewhere. $100 maybe? If you're junkyard savvy you can find some replacement gears like from a b2200. I've always wanted to try that...
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Big Thanks!
Thanks to all for the responses.
I'm not the best person to be under the hood (or under the rear axle for that matter). Been taking it to a dealer (...hold your boos & hisses please...) and they're the ones that said I needed a whole new rear axle.
I like the additional ideas.
Can anybody recommend a good shop in the mid-peninsula area that can do the work reliably?
Thanks again!
-Branch
I'm not the best person to be under the hood (or under the rear axle for that matter). Been taking it to a dealer (...hold your boos & hisses please...) and they're the ones that said I needed a whole new rear axle.
I like the additional ideas.
Can anybody recommend a good shop in the mid-peninsula area that can do the work reliably?
Thanks again!
-Branch
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Originally posted by FB II
jayroc, when was the last time you changed your diff. lube?
jayroc, when was the last time you changed your diff. lube?
I heard LSD additive would probably help, but I'm too lazy, and it's my second car, so.....
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I've had 6 diffs and I can say now, you need a new diff if it clunks occasionally, it's not THAT much of a problem... yet, but the clunk will become more common as the car ages (Loose diff pin)
And anyone know how to remove the kangaroo effect when decellarating? Like idle mixture? Or something?
I've had 6 diffs and I can say now, you need a new diff if it clunks occasionally, it's not THAT much of a problem... yet, but the clunk will become more common as the car ages (Loose diff pin)
And anyone know how to remove the kangaroo effect when decellarating? Like idle mixture? Or something?
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