1997 Honda Accord leaks

1997 HONDA ACCORD
113,769 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JEHENDERSON
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I took my car to a honda repair shop and they told me I have a leak form the right axle and the disturbor the cost to fix it is around 1,000.00 can I find it done a little cheaper?
Feb 23, 2009 at 1:18 AM
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F4I_GUY
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Definately.

You can purchase an aftermarket distributor for about $200, install is only about an hour and that should include setting ignition timing.

An axle seal or boot replacement is only about $150 as well.

I wouldn't be surprised if you got both jobs done elsewhere for around $500.
Feb 23, 2009 at 9:42 AM
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