Replacing 99 cv axle

[genmarks]

Noticed I had a torn cv boot, decided to replace both cv axles instead of just boot because they both had 150k+ miles on them and figured its worth it if the cv axles are only $80
(i was expecting them to be much more).
Never done this before so I tried to take pics to offer a little help for those who need it.

Here is the torn boot:


First take the wheel off. Then used a mallet and chisel to take the hub dust cap of extremely carefully and evenly so we don't dent it. then unscrew the 35mm spindle nut (in the center of the hub)


Then disconnected the tie rod


Then unscrewed 4 bolts connecting the lower control arm, located underneath the rear of the brake router.
Sorry for the crappy pic


Then with the brake router area loose use a mallet to gently pound the cv axle out the back.


Prying the inside of the axle out was a pain, used a pry bar or flat head to pry the rest of the axle out. Didnt have pics of this part because my hands were super greasy, but here is what it
looks like with the axle out


Here is the new cv axle with the torn one in the background


Then load the inner side of the axle with grease and guide it into the hole.
Then just put the router back on and repeat the steps backwards, and do so to the other axle if needed.

 

[LittleCaesar]

Good job, someone went to Oreilys?

No need to disconnect the OTR from the LBJ. I have only used a little gear oil on the splines before inserting the new CV into the diff. Just a little dab of grease goes a long way.

Most importantly though is to check your brake lines. If the outside sheathing is fraying, you may be in need of a replacement sooner than later.

 

[genmarks]

Good job, someone went to Oreilys?

No need to disconnect the OTR from the LBJ. I have only used a little gear oil on the splines before inserting the new CV into the diff. Just a little dab of grease goes a long way.

Most importantly though is to check your brake lines. If the outside sheathing is fraying, you may be in need of a replacement sooner than later.

Thanks man, yeah went to Oreilys, they had 2 oe axles left luckily.

ok thats good to know, that makes sense actually thanks. Yeah I noticed the brake lines as well, luckily its only that one, but Im definitely getting that fixed asap.