nickolai Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 I have a CV axle from a 79 wagon that needs both boots replaced. I've replaced an inner boot on a Dodge Neon before and it went pretty smooth, so I'm not really worried about that one, but I've heard the outer joint is a little more complicated. So what are the tools/techniques required to get the outer joint apart and back together? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 You don't dissasemble the outer joint - you slip the boot down over the shaft when the inner joint is off. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickolai Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 What a brilliant idea. I should have thought of that! Thanks GD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivantruckman Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 all you need is snap ring pliers for the inner joint , thats assuming you have the shaft off already, rock auto has the cv boot kit on sale now, beck arnley kits start at $2.58 dollars + shipping. kit includes rubber boot ,small and large otiker style clamps,snap retainer ring, and the grease.. awesome deal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maozebong Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 i have disassembled miata CV's outer joint.. i sent the cups and balls in to be coated. if they are any bit the same with the circlip at the outboard joint id think you could rebuild them. anyone know if it is possible? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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