billdoodle

Whenever I need to use the rear wheels on my 2000 crv 5spd the rear end will hop and shudder like crazy to the point I cannot even use it but, get this, I can go backwards in AWD forever without a single problem. I can turn sharply going forward without a problem but, if I go go backwards while turning sharply it binds terribly until I fear something will break. I tell you I have racked my brain on this issue untill I am totally clueless. I have also changed fluids with Honda fluids in rear and front. Any help would be appreciated. PS- It has 116k on it and I changed the rear differencial once only to get the same result and the shudder may be stronger. Currently I have the propellor shaft out of it and the carrier bearing seems good and the u-joints are tight but maybe too tight, I am not sure. Has anyone ever rebuilt one of these as I was thinking of rebuilding the one I took out. I can and do drive it daily without a problem as long as I don't need 4WD and I am carefull backing up.

OneBadTurboCRV

Does the binding issue still occur with the prop shaft removed?

You can rebuild the prop shaft yourself BUT, you preferably need access to a welder for staking. The main issue is the staking and prep. The new joints vary between manufactures, and all are not created equal. I have been meaning to make a thread about this, but never have the time to waste. Most will tell you it needs to be balanced (which it should be) but most shops can't do it anyways. You need to be sure to center everything up perfectly if you can.

billdoodle

It does not bind with the prop removed. I was thinking of rebuilding the old differential and wondered if anyone has tried this??