how do you replace cv join boots?
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
If you dont have some serious tools, have it done. the hardest parts are removing the axles and the axle nut. I have air tools. And after changing several, the air tools dont always work.
Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
Right on.<BR>The job is fairly straightforward until you have a problem,and theres always a stubborn part(i.e. axle stuck or rusted in the hub,ball joint wont seperate well,circlip on the end in the tranny gets stuck,and the list goes on)<BR>If you dont have the tools and the know how,this can turn into a nightmare fast,<BR>(and a tow bill
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
any idea on how much it would probably cost to get it done by a mechanic?
Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Custommx3:<BR><STRONG>If you dont have some serious tools, have it done. the hardest parts are removing the axles and the axle nut. I have air tools. And after changing several, the air tools dont always work.</STRONG><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>Speaking of which Barry. I need to replace mine pretty soon. So I will be needing to borrow your garage. ![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
Aiight. U break it you buy it
<BR>and clean up your mess... unlike daniel
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
Mine have already been replaced once and are looking and sounding like it's almost time again. I have a 94MX-3 with the 1.6 and a manual trans was wondering if any other axles might fit?
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What does it sound like when their ready to be changed? I have a 93 4 banger and they havent been changed once.
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
well my driver side cv just went out on me last week. the shop just called today and its gonna ba around 315USD just to replace the driver's side joint.
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
diggin around in the old posts,huh?<BR>Over 3 bills us is waaaaaayy too much,I bet even your local Mazda dealer wouldn't charge that!<BR>Consider this:<BR>1 axle from reputable parts store 60-90 bucks<BR>Shop mark-up on part boosts it to about 100-150 for the axle.<BR>Any good auto tech can change one in under a half hour,hour at most if probs arise.<BR>So unless this shop gets 165 buck an hour for labor you are getting screwed.<BR>I think I'd call around to a diff. shop.<BR>Just my $0.02
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yea i just found out, the guy told me the wrong thing. he correcty cited the part when speaking with my father though.<P>it is the <B>cv shaft</B> according to what the guy told my father. i WAS thinking that it was only about 300 for both joints last time they were replaced, so i'm glad i got everything cleared up.
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
oh yea, this is at the dealership.<P>he said labor would be 60-75 an hour(can't remember, i was tired and didn't write it all down) and that it would only take an hour...
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
U guys looking for indestructible driveshafts? <A HREF="http://www.driveshaftshop.com" TARGET=_blank>www.driveshaftshop.com</A>
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
U guys looking for indestructible driveshafts? <A HREF="http://www.driveshaftshop.com" TARGET=_blank>www.driveshaftshop.com</A>
Jarid Perry
94 mx3 Turrrbooooo (not even close to stock) 302WHP
71 Chevy C20 (tow rig!!)
77 Jeep CJ5 (no way its stock)
06 MINI Cooper S JCW GP (few goodies) 210WHP
2008 MINI Cooper Clubman S
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71 Chevy C20 (tow rig!!)
77 Jeep CJ5 (no way its stock)
06 MINI Cooper S JCW GP (few goodies) 210WHP
2008 MINI Cooper Clubman S
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Re: how do you replace cv join boots?
do you have a pair from driveshaftshop? Do they have to build the custom? How pricey are they?