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Hello, I have a Dyson DC05. I was hoovering up & after emptying the jug it stopped sucking & began making a high pitched suction sound. I have checked the whole thing for air leaks and nothing. I...

Im not sure about the Civic but most engines are the interference type (ie valves hit valves/pistons etc) so I would approach the problem that way.
Are you sure it needs replacing? It has to be done...

If I want to get the oil out I just release one of the driveshafts, as there is no drain hole on the gearbox.

Hmmm, Ive heard of starter motors constantly burning out, but not alternators.
Maybe something is touching the live terminal on it & is blowing it? Similar to when something touches the starter...

Looks like Im a bit late with the reply but...
If a CV joint at the end of the driveshaft is leaking grease there's no need to replace the whole shaft, or even the joint.
The rubber gaiter that...