Replacing / Removing / Installing Driveshaft on 1997 - 2001 Honda CRV RD1

[@benpayne2292]

Fabulous work. I'm teaching Auto Tech here in Tasmania, and your videos are epic. The CRV is popular here, and many of the students see this as a cheaper reliable car, which allows them to go camping and bush walking. The whole series is great. Ben

[@hondaresource]

Thank you! I'm glad you find them useful!

[@Chadconnolly17]

Replaced my entire crv front end thanks to your videos man, now another gem

[@hondaresource]

Thank you!

[@jasonboyd6416]

I don't comment much, but have watched a lot of your videos. I really appreciate all your knowledge. A great human being! driving with the shaft out until a 2nd hand one comes.

[@hondaresource]

I appreciate that!

[@KipOwens1966]

Yes please keep putting out content like you do …. Very well presented and helpful to all the Honda owners/DIYers.

[@hondaresource]

Thank you!

[@brianbritten-z9g]

Wow! Incredibly thorough. Love the camera angles. I own a 2001 AWD CRV. So hard to find someone who knows a lot about them. The only camera shot I wish you would have included would have been a close up of both front and rear sealed flanges. But your reassurance is more than enough. Thanks so very much for this video.

[@jamesd.3602]

Please keep doing what you are doing regarding RD1 and RD2 CRV’s. Much appreciated as always!

[@hondaresource]

thank you

[@samuelalzate8573]

Dude, your videos have given me a ton of confidence to work on my little CRV. THANK YOU!

[@travis4572]

Cant wait to see the comparison with those different diffs. Ive got a 3rd gen already but learned so much already. Keep it up, your skills are invaluable to the diy world 🌎. Peace from Texas

[@travis4572]

Once that algorithm kicks in this channel will soar. Shorts may help it grow much faster as well just to drive Honda people in

[@hondaresource]

I gotta get the suspension buttoned up so I can get to testing

[@robhawkins4026]

I've learned so much watching your videos! My 2000 when I purchased it had the drive shaft removed. I am from Northern Illinois but now in Phoenix. I've replaced basically the whole front suspension due to rust. I'm afraid to reinstall the drive shaft thinking it might have been removed for some strange reason. Eventually I'm going to have the transmission rebuilt and have make it a AWD again. I paid $1000 cash and it had 148,000 miles. The body and engine are perfect.

[@hondaresource]

They probably removed it due to bad u joints.

[@robhawkins4026]

@@hondaresource I'm thinking I'll buy a drive shaft, have it installed and gently see what happens. I don't want to break anything.

[@hondaresource]

I would think if there was an issue with the trans or rear diff, you'd know with normal driving without the driveshaft installed. @@robhawkins4026

[@robhawkins4026]

@@hondaresource I appreciate your responses. I'm going to order one and have it installed.

[@dirkbertels3872]

Does this means that you can simply disconnect the driveshaft and still have a working vehicle? If so, I did not know that! @@hondaresource

[@theapplguy]

Hooray Phillip- I replaced my Stock DriveShaft a few years back and put the rear of the CRV on JackStands like you recommend. The job took about 30 minutes.., a pretty easy fix, though my REAR U-Joint was bad one! Ordering a Honda Resource T-Shirt right now!

[@hondaresource]

heck yeah man!

[@chrisboyd6032]

I have a 01 crv and it's making a rubbing noise as I seed up it gets louder. Sometimes it barely noticeable. Took to brake shop and the guy thought It might be the drive shaft. Really wish I find a trustworthy mechanic around here. The transmission seems to be acting normal. Another mechanic said brakes are rubbing. I cleaned the brake clips and caliper pins and it went away for a couple of days. I think I'm just going to pull the drive shaft to eliminate that first. Without a lift it's hard to pin it down. Wish I could send you some audio inside and outside to car. Great channel. Love my little crv but this a huge problem. Thanks

[@dirkbertels3872]

My CRV is starting to whine in the middle/back - so I'm suspecting driveshaft or rear diff problems. Mechanic tells me to wait until it gets worse in order to locate the problem :( Luckily I have a friend that has a hoist like yours - and I'm encouraged by watching your videos that it is a doable task to replace either of these. Greatly appreciate your clear presentation !

[@hondaresource]

prob just needs a rear diff service

[@darrylstevens2556]

Yep, a groaning noise. New diff fluid fixed mine but it took a day or two after the change for the noise to completely go away.

[@kaelanethridge8885]

Thank you I've been waiting for a video on this, first gen CRVs forever

[@ricardoprakash7086]

Thanks I’m currently running on fwd going to pick up a used ds Friday

[@Frost_Tiger]

Thanks for the last video and this one too I wanted to upgrade the rear diff some way but this might be a better way to get the rear to lock up good. Can't wait for the next video you drop on the diffs performance when you rip it.

[@rustyssjones]

Followed your oil pump oring vid last week. Thanks a million!

[@hondaresource]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped!

[@GTVAlfaMan]

If you live in a warm, dry climate Can you remove the driveshaft and drive in front wheel drive mode permanently?

[@hondaresource]

Yes

[@darrylstevens2556]

I'm already a subscriber & hopefully it helps so you never have to write another ticket! Just ordered a replacement drive shaft after experience vibration at 40 mph & finding the fwd U joint very loose. 2001 Honda CRV manual. Great videos!!

[@hondaresource]

Awesome

[@brianbritten-z9g]

I also ment to say you answered 98% of my questions.😊

[@jamestyndall529]

The rubber line on the clutch system my 99 CRV got a pinhole in it took forever to bleed air out when I install a new one

[@hondaresource]

clutch system is easy to do. 5 min tops usually. Leave the bleeder screw open, pump the pedal by hand until fluid comes out the bleeder, leave pedal in down position, close bleeder, pick pedal up and it should be good to go.

[@jamestyndall529]

@@hondaresource went out on me while driving thought I could shift without using the clutch man was I wrong

[@CooperT3]

Do you know the part # for the 4x bolts for the flanges? I have struggled to find the correct ones.

[@phaxiong95]

Thanks for showing how to replacing drive shaft and differential

[@valeriewashington9578]

Appreciate the tutorial. Been waiting on part to come but didn't know that I can still run my car if I removed it.

[@hondaresource]

Glad I could help

[@jacobg6528]

Such a good price for a brand new one. Im not even going to replace my ujoints now. Just going to get a whole new shaft !!!

[@hondaresource]

The factory shaft isn't serviceable

[@kenneth801]

3:04 if you drive with no driveshaft does it matter the orientation of the new one once you install? Gen2 manual trans 202k miles. I removed drive shaft vibration finally gone and I’m considering a new drive shaft (used vs new) but I didn’t think about once I reinstall if I should’ve marked the trans and rear diff or does that not matter since I’m replacing the whole thing? Thanks and I appreciate your Honda videos

[@hondaresource]

It'll only bolt on one way. I installed the front first, jack the rear up, then spin the rear tire which will spin the diff to line up the driveshaft

[@V1_ultrakiller_ofhell]

Another awesome vid Sir. Thank you. Learnt loads

[@rolandorfortunato456]

Thank you for an awesome video I'm a new subscriber I love the Honda cr-v It is so versatile keep the videos coming.

[@hondaresource]

Thank you

[@jamesdahmer5027]

curious to get your take on the ol' sway bar debate... I have replaced the tie rod ends twice, and bushings, and the tie rods ends would constantly loosen up - regardless of thread lock... I even doubled the nuts up, and it still sounds like I have busted upper/lower ball joints (I've replaced these) when I tighten the tie rods up, the sound improves, for like an hour. I am considering removing it entirely but of course that means removing the driveshaft and exhaust in order to get it out from the car. Thoughts? Thanks!

[@hondaresource]

My lifted CRV doesnt have front or rear sway bars.

[@sakaraist]

@@hondaresource How does it handle without (in particular the front)? I've been considering removing mine for quite a while now. Living with 6+ months of winter per year though does have me a bit apprehensive.

[@hondaresource]

@ I drive this thing like I stole it.

[@lesecksybrian]

my 01 crv and I both thank you for your wonderful videos

[@hondaresource]

Glad you like them!

[@jaybae8056]

great video. well, i finally dropped the awd transx in my 2001, and as i jiggled the prop shaft, my u joints are screwed. i guess these are "staked" u joints? any advice on how to replace them, front and rear, or should i just buy the prop shaft assembly? thank you.

[@hondaresource]

Just buy a new shaft

[@patricklindsay1688]

I replaced my broken shaft with a new one on my 1999 crv. The new one was 1/2" short. I managed to get it on and all bolts torqued. Six months later the new one failed. Any suggestions for the next 'new' driveshaft? Should it fit easily without pulling the bolts in on each end?

[@Joel910able]

Thanks I got to take A look at this device!

[@campmodewithrussell]

Just found you today, it’s great that someone has so much knowledge on crv. I have a gen 3 that I am trying to to turn into an over lander but continue to run into information roadblocks. Not much out there I can find on gen 3 in the way of gaining ground clearance and room for bigger tires. I have stuffed 235/65 r17 under it with no problems but would like to gain ground clearance. Any help?

[@hondaresource]

HRG lift kit

[@campmodewithrussell]

@@hondaresource awesome. Thank you. Having a post lift makes it much easier. Do you know of any equipment that can be modified or removed under the car to help?

[@hondaresource]

I'm not talking about a post lift. I'm talking about a lift kit for the crv from HRG.

[@DAV4WSR1]

hi, I'm watching your video in France, I need to find a drive shaft for jeep cherokee year 2000 for my CRV for off-road? the OEM dual pump is not so good in the mud here!

[@hondaresource]

I've never seen a jeep driveshaft on one. I have a landrover freelander on my lifted crv with a pinned rear differential.

[@DAV4WSR1]

@@hondaresource ah yess land rover ! thank's ! i think i do this build ;) this modification is beter than OEM diff ?

[@AndyB-yr5kq]

What tent do you use on top and do you need anything else to install it?

[@hondaresource]

It’s a rough country. I had it on the stock rack

[@AndyB-yr5kq]

@@hondaresource Awesome, thanks. Your channel is fantastic btw dude, I've learned so much.

[@hondaresource]

@@AndyB-yr5kq thank you

[@panheaddude1960]

Do you know if the 'china-made' CRV drive shafts with replaceable U-joints advertised on fleebay are any good or not?

[@hondaresource]

Not sure. I currently have an Amazon shaft in my crv

[@chuckiebillings413]

Any ideas on the fuel filler neck gonna do mine this week it’s been pouring gas when I fuel any idea how should I approach it like jack up the car or pre pare to drop my back I haven’t really looked at it

[@hondaresource]

I'll have to look at mine. It's still on the lift. I havent ever had to do one because we dont have rust issues here.

[@fernandooliva4477]

What are some symptoms or noise a bad drive shaft would make? I have a 99 CRV and I swear the noise is coming from transfer case.

[@hondaresource]

Driveshaft usually has bad vibrations

[@SombreroBanana]

Thanks for the video as always. It looks like you installed a used driveshaft rather than a new aftermarket one. I was wondering, do you know if there are any aftermarket brands that are better or worse than the rest? There are a bunch on RockAuto but I hear mixed reviews about all of the brands. Should I just try to find one at a junkyard that's in decent condition?

[@darrylstevens2556]

I just bought a Dorman off of Amazon for under $500. Rock Auto used to sell them but no longer. Lots of really cheap crap out there for $150 or so. 1A Auto sells TRQ for around $300. My 2nd choice. O'Reilly's wanted $560 for the Dorman.

[@ShawnStumpe]

So if I heard correctly I can remove move my shaft on my 1999 CRV and drive it with just the front diff without damaging anything?

[@hondaresource]

Correct

[@Jessimikuh]

Which rtt did you use and what rack ? I cannot for the life of me find a good tent since it's not recommended 😒

[@hondaresource]

This one is a rough country and it's on the factory rails.

[@t.c.robinson6608]

I have a 2001 crv , it is coding bad #1 O2 sensor, so I replaced both with new Denso sensors, still says #1 is bad Any ideas ??? Thank you, and Thank you for all your time and troubles making us these videos.

[@hondaresource]

I would test to make sure its getting voltage and ground to the sensor,

[@ryzemr15]

If you remove the drifeshaft indefinitely, is there a risk of anything like the transmission being damaged? Or does it just lose a little power?

[@hondaresource]

No risk of any damage, I'd say you gain power because the engine only has to propel the front wheels opposed to all 4

[@ryzemr15]

@@hondaresource awesome, thanks for the reply!

[@trogg78]

I removed my driveshaft because the u joints went bad. I didn’t want to replace it until i replaced the upper bushings. Are they hard to replace? I can’t find any videos on the upper diff bushings.

[@hondaresource]

no not super bad. I need to do them on my lifted crv too, I can make a video on it when I do it.

[@luismarrero1625]

I am needing to change my drive shaft on my 1999 CR-V my question to you is I noticed that it has balance weights welded on the shaft do I have to do the same when I purchase a new one or do they come with weights already thank you in advance

[@hondaresource]

It should come pre balanced

[@luismarrero1625]

Ok thank you

[@PhilipGavera]

Thanks for the video. Very helpful

[@hondaresource]

Glad it was helpful!

[@benny_bisquits]

Hi, I have a crv 1997 that has transfer case issues. If I remove the driveshaft will that stop the transfer case from engaging and just run the vehicle as fwd? Thanks for reading

[@hondaresource]

No. Transfer case will still spin

[@mybrotherscout3661]

Thanks for the video.

[@hondaresource]

Thank you man!

[@taintedlg]

Welp thanks to ujoint or flange failure im bout to tackle this and shifter cable

[@LoneWolfStanding]

I had a driveshaft blow out and wrap around my rear control arm and axle. 🤯

[@hondaresource]

sheeesh!

[@LoneWolfStanding]

@hondaresource bro I can't express my gratitude for all you do and show teach us. You have gotten me out of a few rough pickles with your content. Thank you!

[@johnattinger7980]

Great video. Thx.

[@A_Lazy_Bori]

you dont need to remove the drive shaft loop, you are able to pull it out towards the back of the vehicle, i just had to take mines out and was able todo it that way.🤷🏾‍♂

[@Dirty_Goku_]

I took off my driveshaft cause it had broke, I took it off cause I knew you could still drive it FWD but when I did my car didn’t move?

[@hondaresource]

Then you must have a bad front cv joint.

[@mr.klouSe_inna_houSe-8n9ne]

Thanks

[@Jason-nk4yr]

Good job.

[@hondaresource]

Thanks!

[@CatarineausArmory]

Thanks man.

[@hondaresource]

Happy to help

[@TRASLAHUELLA]

Trabajo sencillo cuando puedes levantar el auto así.. 😅 👣🏃

[@kaelanethridge8885]

Thank you I've been waiting for a video on this, first gen CRVs forever