[Shotimes] OT: stupid question

[Ian Fisher]

Rick
I've heard it referred to as different things. If it's
adjustable, it might even be referred to as a rear tie
rod. Your best bet is to try to find a picture of what
you are ordering first. Stop by the dealership and ask
to see an exploded view of the rear suspension. Or if
you can, try to remove the part first and/or look for
a p/n# stamped on it.

You might also have some luck finding an aftermarket
part along with a picture. Try joining a Honda forum
to ask about used parts. I'm sure there's a ton of
Honda communities out there.

As for your second question, I'm guessing that you've
descrived a rear sway bar?

good luck!
Ian

--- Rick Glass <cmysho@comcast.net> wrote:

> Is the bar that runs from the center of the rear
> suspension out to the hub
> called the rear lower control arm ?  I want to be
> sure I am ordering the right
> part for my newly aquired beater.  1983 Honda Civic,
> 3dr, automatic..with 81k
> original miles.  Car runs like a champ and actuallky
> drives pretty good
> considering the right rear wheel sits funny due to
> that bar being bent.  Also,
> what exactly is the longer bar that runs front to
> back and connects under the
> cabin area......i can't yet tell if that is bent or
> not, hope to tear it all
> apart Monday and see how bad it really is.
> 
> Anyone here have any good leads on where to locate
> old honda parts ?
> 
> 
> Rick Glass
>         '99 SF  96k Flowmasters  Kirk'd
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