replacing cv boots

subaruby · Post by **subaruby** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 8:09 pm

I need to replace a cv boot on my 84 MY wagon (drivers side inner). Never done it before so thought i would check to see if anyone has any tips or tricks to help me out?
Thanks

AlpineRaven · Post by **AlpineRaven** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 9:19 pm

You will need CV Joint clamp tool, without one is way harder and job doesnt get done properly.... and small screw driver to remove ring clip inside the boot, very greasy job so have petrol or something to wash your hands with to get the grease off you... best to clean it up with petrol or kero. (for me Petrol)

If I were ya, I would replace both inner and outer boots becuase if the outer boot needs replacing you'll have to remove inner boot and you will loose a lot of grease, lot of mucking around, so for long run - replace inner and outer at the same time..

CBC has CV boots for $16 each
Cheers
AP

Ben · Post by **Ben** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 11:53 pm

Easiest way to do it is to pay someone :P It usually is pretty cheap and a hell of a lot cleaner

brumbyrunner · Post by **brumbyrunner** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 1:19 am

Ben wrote:Easiest way to do it is to pay someone :P It usually is pretty cheap and a hell of a lot cleaner

I like your style

Matatak · Post by **Matatak** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 1:27 am

haha says the man who put up a vid of him doin his own Shaft replacement

i like ur style ben

if u do do it..do both yes. but u dont have to remove the outer..u can remove the inner. (im guessin ud need some 'outside circlip pliers' for that)
if i was about to do one on mine. id remove the shaft. then remove the inner..replace both boots and pack some nice frech grease in. then reassemble.

and presto. 2 new boots.

AlpineRaven · Post by **AlpineRaven** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 7:27 am

Here are the links for the tool that I recommend - I have one of these below (I hated the pliers type, but clamp is lot easier)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PROFESSI ... enameZWD2V
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PROFESSI ... enameZWD2V

Its approx between $30 - $50 in auto stores. (got mine for $35)
Cheers
AP

Cam · Post by **Cam** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 10:20 am

using vise grips and a screw driver work a treat just grab the strap with the vise grips near the folding tab and use the cam on the top of the vise grips against the screwdriver which you lever against the folding hoop.
I'm not very good at explaining. Just make sure there's no grease on the surfaces where the rubber and metal come in contact.
Wear gloves aswell coz i'm pretty sure that grease is carcinogenic...

robdddd · Post by **robdddd** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 10:48 am

after installing the boots, I don't recommend leaving the shaft siting in the sun on a hot day while you have lunch before insatlling back in the car.......Had a heap of trouble getting one back in, I believe the temp difference between shaft and hub and the expansion of the shaft made the tollerence tighter.

Also agree it is better to get someone else to do it, however ocassionally do it yourself so you have the tools and skills to do it when you need to which is usually on a trip and a long way from help.

rob

Ben · Post by **Ben** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 4:43 pm

Mat, reason I did the whole shaft was so I didn't have to stuff around with the boot :P

Subafury · Post by **Subafury** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 5:07 pm

i changed a boot just the other day. its very messy and annoying to do without a tool but it can be done pretty easily and quick once youve done it a few times. hardest art is getting the **** back in the car!
i am gonna buy a tool now tho to make it easier.

subaruby · Post by **subaruby** » Sun Dec 23, 2007 8:59 pm

thanks for the advice, was quoted $120 to pay someone else, bought the kit for $16.??
Also its just something I want to know how to do, will give it a shot next weekend.