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mexifries94
07-28-2013, 12:28 PM
Well I bought my 1987 Honda accord DX I bought it for $400 its the base model, but I don't care I love this thing to death. There is something I have no idea what it is. There is this clacking sound that I think comes from the front passenger side evertime I take a left turn. If someone thinks they know what it is. I'm open to suggestions.
Legend_master
07-28-2013, 01:59 PM
Need a little more info. Is it one clank, or does it continue till you straighten the wheels out? Are you having any trouble with the steering?
Clockworkz
07-28-2013, 04:37 PM
Sounds like a possible wheel bearing to me. Or perhaps a cv axle going out.

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Blaaz
07-29-2013, 07:30 PM
I agree with clockworkz, but in opposite order. Check the boots on the cv joints. If they are cracked or dry (no grease inside), probably a bad CV joint.
Clockworkz
07-29-2013, 07:34 PM
Yeah your right always easier to check boots. Just grab the tire at 12 and 6 and wiggle. If it moves, replace if not your fine.

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firefighterwhite89
07-30-2013, 02:09 AM
If it tick tick tick tick repeatedly when you turn, it's the CV axle. If it's one click, more than likely it could be your upper control arm bushings. But usually, you'll know for sure if those are bad.
Dr_Snooz
07-30-2013, 07:12 PM
x3 on CV joints.
mexifries94
08-17-2013, 09:29 AM
it continues in till i straighten out. i have no problems with the steering.
firefighterwhite89
08-17-2013, 08:14 PM
CV axle. 100% positive that's the issue

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mexifries94
08-24-2013, 06:59 PM
so if it is my CV axles. how would i know for sure that it is. Is there a way to check.
Dr_Snooz
08-26-2013, 05:54 AM
Look under the car. If the boots are torn on the axles, it's time to replace them.
HelpMeHonda
08-27-2013, 08:21 AM
Look under the car. If the boots are torn on the axles, it's time to replace them.

Here's a diagram that might help

1987 HONDA ACCORD Parts - OEM Honda Parts Online (http://www.hondapartsonline.net/parts/1987/HONDA/ACCORD/LXI/?siteid=215743&diagram=F630135&diagramCallOut=2)

Also, this video explains how to check the boot, etc.

What is a CV axle and HOW TO tell if it's bad. - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHPvy5q3Ew4)
fengershi
09-04-2013, 08:15 PM
Take it easy!