MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 at high rpms, my civic has a high pitched squeaking noise coming from the engine area. I dont know exactly what RPMs it starts at, it seems to do it regardless of what gear it is in, even if clutch isnt engaged. my civic is completely stock under the hood. I have a D16Y7 SOHC non-vtec engine The oil is not low I am at a loss as to what to look for or check other than that. Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 my hatch has been doing the same thing. is it more of a whine than a squeak? and the higher in the rpm's u go the worse/louder it gets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 (edited) yes, it is a squeaky whine and it does get worse at higher rpms. I usually just take the whine as my cue to shift. I have had the car for a month and I didnt notice it till I got wheels changed. Edited September 13, 2009 by MikeDubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 did they put the wheels on with an air wrench? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 did they put the wheels on with an air wrench? I have no clue. I had them put on in a tire shop, they probably did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 they make have over torqued the lug nugs. mine ended up being torqued at 195 lbs. after i loosened the lugs the squeal wasnt as bad. but if its getting worse as the rpms go up then its rotation based. so i would go through everything that works that way. try putting your car up on jackstands with the front wheels hanging in air. then SLOWLY let the clutch out and have someone listen right next to the wheels to see if thats where the squeal is coming from. how many miles are on the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 they make have over torqued the lug nugs. mine ended up being torqued at 195 lbs. after i loosened the lugs the squeal wasnt as bad. but if its getting worse as the rpms go up then its rotation based. so i would go through everything that works that way. try putting your car up on jackstands with the front wheels hanging in air. then SLOWLY let the clutch out and have someone listen right next to the wheels to see if thats where the squeal is coming from. how many miles are on the car? 118,400. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 ever had the clutch replaced or the flywheel/pressure plate turned? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 (edited) ever had the clutch replaced or the flywheel/pressure plate turned? still has original clutch, plus I learned how to drive stick in that car. so its a pretty bare clutch im sure. just dont have the cash to replace it yet. Plus the guy I bought it from, his kid unsuccessfully learned how to drive stick on it, sold it to me cause his kid couldnt learn. Edited September 13, 2009 by MikeDubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 could be that the teeth are worn too much causing it to squeal. or he burnt the clutch/scored the flywheel. especially if the clutch got wore down to the rivets. id save some money and have it replaced regardless, just because its got high miles on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 When I get the money, the clutch is the first thing thats gonna be upgraded. Maybe a stage 1 clutch kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 yeah, if your a little rough on the clutch you could even go for stage 2 for a DD. hell ive seen guys run stage 4/5 4 puck clutches in a dd honda. grabs like hell lol. but if its stock go with stage 1/2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 well I want an engine swap, but dont see it in the near future, a stage 1 should be able to handle a B series with minor mods, such as cold air intake, header, and a high flow exhaust I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 13, 2009 Author Share Posted September 13, 2009 Also, what do you mean by DD? daily driver? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 13, 2009 Share Posted September 13, 2009 well I want an engine swap, but dont see it in the near future, a stage 1 should be able to handle a B series with minor mods, such as cold air intake, header, and a high flow exhaust I think. go with stage two just for durability and strength Also, what do you mean by DD? daily driver? yep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamEj6 Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 i always torque my lug nuts at 75lbs. stage 2 in a DD is good. i had stage 3 and most people who tried to drive it couldnt lol, but i like really grabby clutches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 14, 2009 Author Share Posted September 14, 2009 is a stage 2 gonna kill my left leg in normal traffic? my stock clutch already kills my leg when im leaving school in afternoon. its stop and go for like 20 mins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 no, its almost no difference. the only thing you will feel is the beginning of the pedal is a little stiffer, but not much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeDubs Posted September 14, 2009 Author Share Posted September 14, 2009 What brand is the best compromise between price/quality? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedDemon Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 ACT is hands down the best for a civic. great durability and performance. but since your close to NC take a look here http://www.buyimportperformance.com/product_p/8022-2100.htm its called http://www.blueridgemotorsports.com ive had some good luck with them, even had my headgasket come 3 days early Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamEj6 Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 i had a zoom clutch and it was good as hell. expensive as hell too though. id say go with a exedy or zoom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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