why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle?
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why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle?
my civic '97 lxsedan needs cv outer boot replace and i do not want honda to do it cause they are charging me $$$$$$. n e ways i keep reading that its better and easier to replace axle rather than just the cv boot. why is that??? i mean those boots are cheap and i don't really wanna spend more then i have to on the axles if changing the boot is no grief on my side. oh this place is great by the way.
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (onesecplz)
Just replace the axle, you never know if a bit of dirt got in there. It's easy/cheap enough to do and you'll know everything is cool.
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (BauleyCivic)
ya, its better to just replace the axle because when your cv boot is ripped open to the air, you dont really know how much dirt and any other stuff got inside..and just changing the boot wont really fix the problem because your just covering it up with the dirt still inside..so its better to just fix the whole axle..
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (WongFeihung)
yes change the axle. i paid 112 for mine with a 45 core. so i only paid around 60 bux and did it myself. its not hard but if u dont have an airgun, then goodluck.
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i've knew u guys were just gonna say that! alright alright.
i'm gonna get the remanufactured axle from autozone for $59.99 and a $45 core value..
what the hell is that Core value thing?? does it mean i need to give them my old axles and they will refund me back the core value?
i'm gonna get the remanufactured axle from autozone for $59.99 and a $45 core value..
what the hell is that Core value thing?? does it mean i need to give them my old axles and they will refund me back the core value?
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (onesecplz)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by onesecplz »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> i've knew u guys were just gonna say that! alright alright.
i'm gonna get the remanufactured axle from autozone for $59.99 and a $45 core value..
what the hell is that Core value thing?? does it mean i need to give them my old axles and they will refund me back the core value?</TD></TR></TABLE>
basically, you buy the axle from autozone..install it in your car, take your old axle back to auto zone and they will give you money back for it.good deal eh
i'm gonna get the remanufactured axle from autozone for $59.99 and a $45 core value..
what the hell is that Core value thing?? does it mean i need to give them my old axles and they will refund me back the core value?</TD></TR></TABLE>
basically, you buy the axle from autozone..install it in your car, take your old axle back to auto zone and they will give you money back for it.good deal eh
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (WongFeihung)
thanks guys!
nah i don't have an impact wrench and i don't think autozone rents them out. i just have to try my luck with good ol' breaker bar.
nah i don't have an impact wrench and i don't think autozone rents them out. i just have to try my luck with good ol' breaker bar.
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its a pain in the *** changing the boots on cv joint. took me a whole weekend to put one on (1st time) when my JDM ITR axleboot teared. wish i could just take it to autozone
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Re: why is it harder to replace cv outer boot than axle? (onesecplz)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by onesecplz »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">my civic '97 lxsedan needs cv outer boot replace and i do not want honda to do it cause they are charging me $$$$$$. n e ways i keep reading that its better and easier to replace axle rather than just the cv boot. why is that??? i mean those boots are cheap and i don't really wanna spend more then i have to on the axles if changing the boot is no grief on my side. oh this place is great by the way.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Boots are cheap, but it is never just a boot. How many miles did you drive with the boot torn? Plus to do it right you need to buy the boot, the bands for the boot, the special tools from Honda, the right grease and that is it assuming you didn't damage the joint with some sand. When it comes down to it, it is just more frustration then simply buying some cheap lifetime waranty ones. Imagine if you do all that work and then you did something wrong and the boot breaks in 1,000 miles.
Boots are cheap, but it is never just a boot. How many miles did you drive with the boot torn? Plus to do it right you need to buy the boot, the bands for the boot, the special tools from Honda, the right grease and that is it assuming you didn't damage the joint with some sand. When it comes down to it, it is just more frustration then simply buying some cheap lifetime waranty ones. Imagine if you do all that work and then you did something wrong and the boot breaks in 1,000 miles.
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