1997 Honda Civic Axle needs replacing too soon?

147,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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TOMMY NUCCI
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In February of 2008, at 130,889 miles, I had one of my front axle shafts rebuilt in my 1997 Honda Civic.

In March of 2009, at 142,392 miles, the same mechanic told me both my front axles needed to be replaced.

Did the one they rebuilt wear out too quickly? I don't want to pay for something that should have held up longer. I know it's not under warranty, but I will take it somewhere else if it was not done correctly the first time.
Oct 7, 2009 at 3:05 PM
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HONDA TECH 1818
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Does your car makes clicking noise when turning
left or right on slow speeds?
Oct 7, 2009 at 6:55 PM
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TOMMY NUCCI
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Yes. Definitely when turning right going very slow, not sure if I've ever noticed it when turning left.
Oct 8, 2009 at 3:13 AM
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HONDA TECH 1818
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Your left axle is failing, you should just replace the left axle only, which side did your mechanic rebuild?
Oct 8, 2009 at 5:05 PM
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TOMMY NUCCI
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Turns out it was both. I took it to a trusted friend who I hadn't been in touch with in a while, and he took care of it professionally, and for a very fair price.
Nov 1, 2009 at 12:19 PM
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TOMMY NUCCI
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Thanks, by the way.
Nov 1, 2009 at 12:21 PM
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I'm glad I was able to help you.


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