odie Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Well I've been researching CV boots in preparation for my rebuild... the two most common are Dorman & Empi Dorman 614-001 neoprene outer, Dorman 614-002 silicone (heat resistant) inner EMPI 86-1028 outer 98, EMPI 86-1098 inner. No material info on EMPI but the pics they look much shorter than Dorman boots. The Dorman's look a bit longer, which I'm inclined to go with since my Brat is lifted and the inner boots seem stretched pretty good. The outter joints do not change length when lifted so no difference there IMHO. There was another Dorman boot, 03680, but not sure if it's inner, outter or rear also, it seems about 4 oz grease is what they take...any harm in extra grease? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idosubaru Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 yes too much grease will cause more expansion than normal. but a little more won't be a big deal obviously. some aftermarket boots don't last as long as Subaru boots so be wary of cheaper unless you don't mind replacing them every couple years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odie Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share Posted February 11, 2014 http://www.ebay.com/itm/4pcs-Universal-Silicon-Constant-Velocity-CV-Axle-Boot-Joint-Kit-VW-BMW-Golf-Audi-/281235399898?_trksid=p2054897.l4275#ht_1504wt_1362 these look pretty tasty....but includes no grease... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BratWarrior Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Get those and tell me if they are any good! Haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86 Wonder Wedge Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Honestly, Subaru still sells the OEM boots (correct for 2WD/4WD and inner/outer). They run about 14-16 each? (approx) through an online OEM dealer. But my Beck/Arnley boots are holding up well, even though the clamps they give you are the inferior band clamps. Go to NAPA to grab some OEM style stainless CV clamps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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