CV axle inner dust shield?
So I bought a used 5th gen OEM CV axle from LKQ on ebay. My plan was to install this one and reboot my original when I have the time. But when I got the 5th gen axle it seems to be missing the dust shield on the inboard side that goes into the diff. Are these meant to be removed? or can I buy them separately. Also the outboard rubber gasket is kind torn and the spindle grooves are rusted.
Im probably going to ask for a refund/return it back. Anyone have luck with refunds from LKQ? |
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I bought re-manufactured CV axles from toyota several years ago, and I kept my originals (rather than returning them for a core refund) so I could re-boot them. They came with the dust shields. Maybe look up the parts diagram and see if the shields are available. I've never returned anything to LKQ, but I've also never bought from them online. I usually go to a nearby salvage lot and pull my own parts. I have an LKQ yard near by. Matter of fact I never thought of pulling a CV axle before (but then the last time I pulled a part I knew a lot less about by rig than I do now). As for the gasket, that part might be replaceable as well. If it's meant to be temporary while you reboot your OEM, it might not really matter.
FYI on the reboot kit. Look into getting a set of "snap on" crimp style clamps. They are open on one side and have locking holes and tab. Basically it's open so you can slip it on, close it up with the locking tab, then crimp it tight. Like these: Amazon.com: Nicecnc Stainless Steel Universal Adjustable AXLE CV Joint Boot Crimp Clamp Kit,20PCS(10pcs Small+ 10pcs Large): Automotive I would get some, or go to your auto parts store and order some of the twisty, spin style. Whichever, just have some extras. In my kit these was 3 crimp style and one kind then you fold it over to clamp and close, then secure it with little locking tabs. That one broke on me and I had to order some replacements. Some store stock some Dorman brand clamps but they were too small. So, know what diameter you need. Its, like, just over 4" for the larger size on our boots. Re-booting is easy, just messy. A parts washer is something I wish I had, but I managed without it. |
the pn for the one that fits on the outer CV joint (metal and rubber piece) is 90304-A0001. The inner side dust shield I don't know the pn for, but it is just press fit on there
For LKQ refunds, they sent me an O'reilly axle and I sent them a pic of the pn stamped on the axle and the oreilly page showing it. They refunded that one and I got to keep the axle. Might be different since this looks to be an actual OEM CV, but if missing parts they may refund. I doubt the person working the ebay page has much 4runner specific knowledge that they would fight you on that. Most axles I see come with that shield, so I would tell them its missing parts edit: the rusty inner part I don't like either |
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When I said temporary, I meant as long as they last until I have time to reboot my old axle lol. For the cv clamps, I have a bunch of the McMasterCarr clamps with smooth edges. |
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I think I will just remove and reboot my current ones. Shouldn't take too long. I just setup a refund saying arrived damaged, and also mentioned the missing dust shield. Lets see what they say. |
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Maybe try scotch brite and some wd40/penetrant on that inner piece to clean up the crusties and make a save on the axle. Febest makes a whole inner joint + tripod that I want to try on one of my CVs, so that's another option if the rest of the axle is good |
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Can you share a link for that part? I only see the outer joint. Also, I got a refund from LKQ. They haven't asked for the part back either. |
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I also checked their website and I no longer see it, only the outer like you saw. This is a bummer and I wanted to try it out, since my spare axle inner tripod is a little chunky |
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http://i.imgur.com/cidAduFl.jpg |
I also found the PN for that little dustshield on the inner side: 4133604010
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