<trestonklease@yahoo.com> wrote
> I'm not sure I follow you on this. My rear diff was noisy the first
> time the 4wd kicked in and I was alarmed until I searched here and
> found the cure, changing the fluid. I had visions of costly repairs
> until I read what was causing it.

I just meant that I am not read up on the subject. I am in no position to
dispute your finding. But if Curly was the one who steered you this way,
that does not surprise me. He is one of many fine contributors here with
important experience to share.

Hopefully more will chime in with comments on the tires and suspension, etc.
I am a mere, puny 91 Civic owner. :-)