Rattle/Vibration @ approx. 1800 RPM
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RE: Rattle/Vibration @ approx. 1800 RPM
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bulletin # 94-041,, effects 94-96 accords,,
it says to replace gaskets, bolts, nuts and springs on the mid pipe ,,, ( the small exh pipe between frt pipe and cat )
Now i do not know if that is exactly the noise you hear , i would have to listen to it to confirm it , but it sounds like the same symptom
bulletin # 94-041,, effects 94-96 accords,,
it says to replace gaskets, bolts, nuts and springs on the mid pipe ,,, ( the small exh pipe between frt pipe and cat )
Now i do not know if that is exactly the noise you hear , i would have to listen to it to confirm it , but it sounds like the same symptom
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RE: Rattle/Vibration @ approx. 1800 RPM
My 96 Accord 4 cylinder has made this famous 'Honda Buzz' noise since new. It is most noticeable on mornings below 50 degrees and right about 1800-2100 rpm. It goes away in 5 minutes. The noise originates from the short section of pipe in front of the cat. converter. I think this is just below the 'A-pipe.' It's a very annoying sound.
The dealer tried all sorts of tightenings, gaskets, springs, etc.There is a bullentin or recall about this noise.This did nothing so they pronounced it a 'characteristic of the car.' This was ten years ago.
I figured it was a harmonic vibration in cold exhaust pipes. So I tooksix 1/2 dia. x 4 inch bolts, cut off the heads, and fastened the bolts in an even pattern with 2 high quality stainless hose clamps around the short pipe in front of the cat. This works very well - the additional weight of the bolts dampens the vibration just enough that I am not bothered by it anymore. My other 96 Accord 4 cylinder does not make the buzz - go figure. But it sure is fun to explain this mess of bolts and hose clamps on the exhaust pipe to every mechanic who wants to take it off.......
The dealer tried all sorts of tightenings, gaskets, springs, etc.There is a bullentin or recall about this noise.This did nothing so they pronounced it a 'characteristic of the car.' This was ten years ago.
I figured it was a harmonic vibration in cold exhaust pipes. So I tooksix 1/2 dia. x 4 inch bolts, cut off the heads, and fastened the bolts in an even pattern with 2 high quality stainless hose clamps around the short pipe in front of the cat. This works very well - the additional weight of the bolts dampens the vibration just enough that I am not bothered by it anymore. My other 96 Accord 4 cylinder does not make the buzz - go figure. But it sure is fun to explain this mess of bolts and hose clamps on the exhaust pipe to every mechanic who wants to take it off.......
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