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Don't ever buy GSP axles

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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:41 AM
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Default Don't ever buy GSP axles

I bought 2 of these garbage axles from Advanced Auto Parts called GSP axles. I had both axles clicking so I needed to replace the entire thing not just replace the boots. Anyways, they have been on my car for 2 months and the outer clamp on the boot closest to the wheel is leaking grease from under the clamp. Now I have to tear this crap off again and replace with OEM like I should've in the first place.

So be aware GSP axles are junk don't ever purchase them.
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 08:19 AM
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I've run GSP axles for years. If you buy new, they come with a lifetime warranty. Good deal if you tend to ruin axles.
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Old Mar 17, 2011 | 06:24 AM
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These were brand new not refurbs. Glad you had a good outcome though.
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Old Mar 17, 2011 | 08:39 AM
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Then go get them replaced for free? You can swap axles in like 20 minutes/side if you have all your tools ready to go.
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Old Mar 18, 2011 | 12:00 AM
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Might have just been faulty manufacturing of that specific axle.

I would have at least replaced it and hoped for better results with the new one, and if that one failed in the same manner, then I'd be raising a flag!



Better luck with your next purchase!
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Old Mar 21, 2011 | 08:17 AM
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^Agreed.
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Old Mar 21, 2011 | 08:40 AM
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I put GSP axles on my hatch and they're fine. I'll keep an eye on them though, thanks.
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 11:43 AM
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what are the best axles for an EM2?
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 11:46 AM
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oh, how fast people jump to the "this is trash" conclusion..
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 11:54 AM
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Default Re: Don't ever buy GSP axles

Originally Posted by soslowEH2
oh, how fast people jump to the "this is trash" conclusion..
Yeah seriously. I have GSP axles in my 300 whp turbo car and they're just fine.
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 11:58 AM
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We run GSP axles on the B20/VTEC hatch and it is launched often on slicks without any issues.
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 01:31 PM
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Default Re: Don't ever buy GSP axles

Originally Posted by mK<3
what are the best axles for an EM2?
The ones they came with if you have a stock engine.
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 02:32 PM
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vouching for GSP as well in my eg coupe. 40k miles later and their still nice and quite
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 02:41 PM
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Default Re: Don't ever buy GSP axles

Originally Posted by ajgrosch716
The ones they came with if you have a stock engine.
lol'd
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 06:12 PM
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i agree just get it replaced if it was bought new
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 07:42 PM
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Default Re: Don't ever buy GSP axles

Why do I find this stuff after I post a similar question. Doh!

Have any of you ever had the boot off a GSP and had a good look inside?
I'm wondering if the design is the same as the oem? I just put two of these on and they seem fine but am finding a lot of bad or questionable post on goog. I have never had problems with parts from Advance. And they seemed solid but they were brand new so go figure.
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