cv boot/axle replacement

[97FR_brad]

While I was rotating the tires today, I saw the passenger side cv boot has a tear in it with grease everywhere. I cleaned up what I could and did a little duck tape fix for a temporary solution so dirt won't get in there and mess up more stuff.

I gave a call to the local Toyota dealership and got a quote of $261 for a new cv axle. This price includes a core deposit of $75.

That's a little pricey especially if I replace both cv axles. Figure its better to do both sides as preventive maintenance.

Now my question.

Is it better to go with Toyota parts or autozone/pep boys parts? A few months ago I went with new Toyota upper and lower ball joints.

I do some 4 wheeling so I maybe the Toyota parts might be stronger. Not sure though.

Thanks,
Brad

 

[the great him]

reboot them with porsche 930 boots

 

[99runnerwa]

talk to these guys if you decide to swap out the whole axle, CVJ Axles - Remanufactured Axles & Power Racks I got their top of the line off road cv axle for what Toyota is charging for the stock one. they also do a stock replacement which if i understand correctly is a rebuilt factory cv axle and it isn't much more than the auto zone ones. and on top of everything i had a very good experience with their customer service people

 

[prospectator]

I'd just replace the boots. The OE parts are less than $75 for both axles and pretty easy to do. You will need a cv band clamp tool for the clamp on the right side of the picture.

 

[97FR_brad]

Hi,

the kid
thanks for the reply. From what I have read I am thinking of getting the whole axle replaced.

99runnerwa
that might be the winning ticket. Just called and the replacement axle is $84 each plus $75 core charge.

prospector
that looks like a nice kit. although I think for a little more cash I'll just go with the cvj replacement axle. I have a little clicking coming from the driver side wheel while it spins. Not sure if it is a bad cv axle or what. BTW that's a cool picture for your avatar.

alright so I think cvj is the way to go. I'll just get the replacement parts and not the offroad upgrade after reading a few posts suggesting that the axle should be the weak link and break first before the gears or anything else that might be a bigger issue.

 

[maxspeed96ct]

Using some advance auto coupons I paid about 100 for both the passanger and drivers side CV.

I think one coupon was big35 but theres others out there, the one i used gave me $35 off $85 and I ordered some other stuff to that I needed and put me over 75 to get free shipping.

also check rockauto.

 

[J-money$$$]

Napa has good cv joints. They are $90 for brand new ones with no core, and $60 for remanufactured units and you have to give them your old cv for a core.

I have been running napas for awhile with no issues, even with the front locker. The boots are really nice and flexible.

I would stay away from other part stores cv joints if you wheel hard stuff. I have heard horror stories of Auto zone cvs.

 

[97FR_brad]

Thanks Maxspeed and J money,

I just pulled the trigger on some CVJ cv axles about 30 minutes ago.
Maybe I should have waited but sometimes I get impatience and just want to get it done.

I went to Pine mtn. this past Saturday. There was no dirt on the grease that leaked out. So I'm thinking the boot split after that and then leaked/sprayed everywhere.
It was random luck that I saw the problem while rotating the tires.

Do you guys think I can still go wheeling before the new parts get here?
Or should I lay off the 4wheeling until the new parts are installed?

I'd like to do the meet and greet in So Cal on the 19th. Just not sure if the truck can go with the ripped boot. I read that some people ran their rigs while the boots have been ripped.

Thanks,
Brad

 

[Rubydeb]

CV Bearging and Axle Shaft

My kid is working out of town and has his truck in shop for CV bearing and seal and Axle Shaft seal being replace. The shop is quoting $900. Is this a fair price?

 

[4runnerfevr]

you can replace them your self it not that hard. Take a look, to see what hardware needs to be removed, you dont have to take it all apart. once you get the hub lose and out of the way you can pull CV axle. Good luck

 

[hondafmx1000]

I replaced mine a while back because I tore a boot, I bought some Napa CV axels and they work just fine, granted I'm not 4wheeling as hard as some of the other guys on here but works just as well. The fit was good and installation was easy with the help of my dad. (He's a mechanic)

I think the deciding factor should be how much stress you are going to be putting on the CV. If you off-road often I'd suggest te best thing you could afford but that's just my opinion.