Front Axle picture and help....

[summit21]

Can anyone help diagnose my driver's side front axle issue. My hope is that it is just a clamp missing on the boot. Any help and fixes for it? I have a 2006 Sport ed. V8 with 92K on the clock.

 

[S p a r k y]

Looks like a torn boot to me, I have one too, been that way for awhile now! Planning to replace soon, honestly it's easier to go to autozone and buy a new axle instead of dealing with boots and grease! Cost is a little more, but worth it for me!

 

[having fun]

Torn boot, clamp is still secured where it was installed.

 

[MarcusAurelius]

I would replace the CVs completely. It's not too hard, let me know if you have any questions on the procedure

 

[WXman]

Like Sparky said, way easier to just get a new axle for $59 bucks from the auto parts store and swap the whole thing out. Then you will have a lifetime warranty on the axle also.

I tried fixing my boot and it was a PITA. Not worth the hassle.

 

[nevada]

they do sell universal boots, that can be installed on the vehicle.
they arent quite as good, but are an option if needed.

personally, i would do as suggested above. swap in a new axle.
that said, the leak isnt bad, and if the joint isnt making any noise, you could potentially leave it for a long time without any problems.

 

[Ol'Blue]

Just re-boot it(150 bucks or so). You will not get the life time warranty but the OEM are strong than after markets. Ask the 3rd Gen guys about it,lol.


Blue

 

[natevans65]

After market boots may not be as thick compared to OEM. You can go inexpensive now but dealing with a rip or tear down the road is something to consider. I just did both mine...182k on the originals....the drive shafts were in good shape. Also replaced the outter seals on both sides and put AMSOIL Severe Gear in the diff.