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Old 08-17-2007, 02:57 PM
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Default Shaking problems
My car shakes a little when i take off. It is like that dash is going to vibrate off. It does it a little worst when there is four people in the car. I checked out the front suspension but nothing. Need help.
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Old 08-17-2007, 03:03 PM
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try...checking the bolts that hold the dash in place?
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Old 08-17-2007, 03:57 PM
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what kind of car is it?
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Old 08-17-2007, 04:42 PM
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alignment? engine mounts bad?
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Old 08-17-2007, 06:35 PM
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Its not the dash. The whole car shakes. Like when i take off. Its a 97 coupe.
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Old 08-17-2007, 06:37 PM
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Its not the dash. The whole car shakes. Like when i take off. Its a 97 coupe.
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Old 08-17-2007, 06:37 PM
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Engine mounts, check those first. Kick the fat chicks out, then check the suspension for rubbing.
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Old 08-17-2007, 06:38 PM
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what kind of car is it?
1997 Honda Civic.
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Old 08-17-2007, 07:49 PM
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it could be many things, worst being bent cross member, I know that sounds stupid but I have done it and it has caused a nasty shake under excel.
I would try to do a good tune up on it to make sure it isn't plugs/wires, dissy cap, dirty injectors, timing, wheels out of balance.
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Old 08-17-2007, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Cpt. Non-Spell
worst being bent cross member
No, the worst could be the transmission and axle banging each other's teeth off until the axle is nearly falling out.

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