Replacing struts...what else to replace?

TooFPaste39 · Oct 28, 2017

Howdy,

Planning on replacing the struts on my 05 Ody w/ 131K miles. While I?m down there, I also plan on replacing the rotors/pads. Are there any other components that I should look into replacing?

Any assistance is greatly appreciated.

MrRangerZr1 · Oct 28, 2017

You would have to inspect your suspension components to see if you need anything replaced. I replaced my sway bar links and bushings.

DrD · Oct 28, 2017

When I did the struts on our van, one of the bump stops was broken and falling apart - the fun thing is you can't see it until you take the strut boot off. they are cheap - so maybe those? Other than that, I'll echo the take a look recommendation - if your front endlinks have play, replace those - bushings are a good idea as well. For the brakes, don't forget to flush and replace the brake fluid. For the rear struts, take a look at the spring seat cushions (not sure what they are called - they are at the bottom of the springs) are in good shape - we had one of those die on our van.

MrRangerZr1 · Oct 28, 2017

DrD said:
For the rear struts, take a look at the spring seat cushions (not sure what they are called - they are at the bottom of the springs) are in good shape - we had one of those die on our van.

I had to replace those spring seats as well. They completely disintegrated.

Odyssey.owner · Oct 28, 2017

I would do timing belt and water pump before struts.

marvinstockman · Oct 28, 2017

Don't replace struts just on time or mileage, as unless you put back OEM, the struts you put in may be worse than the struts you took out.

TooFPaste39 · Oct 28, 2017

DrD said:
When I did the struts on our van, one of the bump stops was broken and falling apart - the fun thing is you can't see it until you take the strut boot off. they are cheap - so maybe those? Other than that, I'll echo the take a look recommendation - if your front endlinks have play, replace those - bushings are a good idea as well. For the brakes, don't forget to flush and replace the brake fluid. For the rear struts, take a look at the spring seat cushions (not sure what they are called - they are at the bottom of the springs) are in good shape - we had one of those die on our van.

Roger that.

I read another thread and the OP replaced the endlinks. For the rears, I did see that the 'bump stops' were worn down. I also dont know what to call them. If anybody has a part #, I'd really appreciate it if you could post it up.

MrRangerZr1 · Oct 28, 2017

TooFPaste39 said:
Roger that.

I read another thread and the OP replaced the endlinks. For the rears, I did see that the 'bump stops' were worn down. I also dont know what to call them. If anybody has a part #, I'd really appreciate it if you could post it up.

https://www.hondapartsnow.com/parts-list/2007-honda-odyssey-5dr_exl-ka-5at/rear-shock-absorber.html

TooFPaste39 · Nov 11, 2017

Another problem I saw. The rear driver sits lower than the rear pass side; question...can the factory springs go bad? Reason why I ask is that a technician from a local Honda dealership mentioned that springs usually don't go bad and perhaps it could be the shock absorber.

davedrivesody · Nov 12, 2017

Unequal rear height isn't caused by the shocks. Shocks don't determine or affect ride height. They only control vertical axle movement.

Springs can and do become weak with age. Weakening can be accelerated by carrying heavy loads or driving on rough roads.

Having said that, it's odd for one spring to wear ahead of the other to the point that the vehicle sits askew when unloaded. A broken rear spring could do it, but that's almost unheard of on an Odyssey.

I would start with a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension. An uneven rear stance could be caused by a problem with the front suspension.

Dave

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