I need to replace the front passenger side half axle (and possible the driver's side soon) on my 2005 CR-V EX AWD with automatic transmission.

I've replaced CV boots, ball joints, and control arm bushings in the past, but this is my first occasion to actually purchase a new half axle.

RockAuto and id Carid have several brands available: APWI, Surtrack/Trakmotive, Cardone Select, GSP North America, and USA Industries. Any thoughts on which are the best in terms of build quality, performance, reliability and durability? Any brands that I should completely avoid?

Also, RockAuto says on their site that the Surtrack/Trakmotive half axle does not include the ABS ring. Do I need to order one separately, or can I use the one from my old axle? I don't remember if I did anything with the ABS ring when I did the boot replacement, but I don't think so.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. I posted this thread on the CR-V specific forum also.