I've noticed that I'm getting sludge buildup around my CV Boot (see picture). There's no noise or anything coming from them but the leaking has gotten me concerned. It's a 97 Civic Coupe with 65,000 miles on it. It's been lowered for the better part of it's life (about 5 years). I've heard that lowering can cause premature wear on them. Is this true? Is it possible to remedy the problem myself? If so, how difficult is it (compared to, let's say, a shock/spring install)? I'm not too knowledgeable when it comes to this area so any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

thats not a knife, this, is a knife....









look a lot like bugs huh?... but it turns out i have the same problem as you: just... a bit more drastic, since i have rebuilt axles

 

Usually you won't get problems with CV joints because lowered, unless you lower drastically. But then again I don't believe you'd get leaks, you'd have problems more with grinding.

Looks more like the metal ring tying your boot is a little loose. I wouldn't worry too much about it, maybe just check up every 10k or something, and add a little grease.