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  • Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:13:39 -0700
    ...size increases the "resting angle" of the cv >> joints over the stock set up, then the boots will be flexed more >> during everyday driving...
  • Re: greasing CV joints - Grease needle experience
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 26 Nov 2001 09:14:47 -0600
    ...He > pulled the other 3 CV boots and same thing, SAND > packed in the grease. All of this from a tiny needle hole > (but...
  • syncro front cv joints
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 5 Mar 1997 18:47:58 -0500 (EST)
    ...My front CV boot is ripped and the outer driver side joint is beginning to knock. I've purchased the boot and all the...
  • Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 16 Aug 2016 19:18:28 -0400
    Hi Folks, Success! In two hours with the help of a friend I was able to get the CV boot changed. I had to...
  • Re: CV joints/Axle options
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 14 Mar 2019 21:43:25 +0000
    ...CV joints/Axle options I have been selling GKN CV boots for many years.  They are the best you can buy and will last...
  • CV joints
    Historical mailing list - Marcus Doherr
    Mon, 1 May 1995 14:17:36 -0700 (PDT)
    Since at least one of the CV joint boots on my 80' vanagon is more than cracked, I am planning on replacing all four...
  • expected lifespan of syncro front outer CVs
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sun, 26 Jul 1998 08:46:21 -0700
    What is the expected lifespan of the front outer CV joints on a syncro? My boots need replacing and at 102K miles I'm...
  • CV Circlip removal tool!??!
    Historical mailing list - Greg Schmidt
    Sat, 30 Mar 1996 13:40:06 -0600 (CST)
    Hey hey, I have removed my driveshafts and CV joints in order to repack the CVs and replace the boots. The circlips are a...
  • Re: parts
    Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
    Fri, 19 Sep 2003 09:23:24 -0700
    ...an offer. >Will also swap manual trans CV axles(complete rebuilt with almost >new CV >boots)for AT axles. > >NEED: trim piece for water...
  • Re: Rounded CV joint bolts
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Fri, 20 Sep 2002 06:19:16 -0400
    ...Rounded CV joint bolts > So I decided it was time to repack the CV joints and replace the torn boots. > Got under the beast...
  • Re: CV Joints
    Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
    Mon, 5 May 2014 08:52:58 -0600
    ...Especially for high slung vans like mine whose CV boots have to flex a lot. Thus, I use the zip ties. Every CV boot...
  • HELP! CV advice needed
    Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
    Fri, 31 Jan 97 17:13:57 EST
    ...Apparently the passenger side inboard (the one on the transmission side) CV boot just disintegrated. Half of it is gone, you can see straight...
  • Manual Tranny Boot replacing
    Historical mailing list - patrice b
    Wed, 9 Oct 2002 15:52:29 -0700
    ...gease, and call it a day? Or is it like bad CV boots, where you need to examine the joints down the line that...
  • CV Joint Grease
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 11 Sep 1995 23:21:12 -0500
    ...Got four new German "racing" CV joints, clamps, German boots, grease, transmissiion, etc., from Transform. Luftringe GMBH, the manufacturer of the CV joints, recommended...
  • Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:11:06 -0700
    ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > Thanks, everyone. I was planning on re-using these bolts because they > don't > have...
  • Re: CV lube helper
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Fri, 19 Feb 1999 10:19:12 -0800
    ...under the boot, > lifting it up, being careful not to tear the boot..... now slide your grease > gun nipple (with a CV grease cartridge...
  • Re: CV joints/Axle options
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Tue, 12 Mar 2019 14:27:00 -0400
    ...CV joints/Axle options > > I have been selling GKN CV boots for many years. They are the best you can > buy and will last...
  • Re: [T2] Rebuilt Half Axles/ Autozone $99
    Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
    Sat, 10 Feb 2001 11:34:21 -0700
    ...Basically new CV's. I can't tell the difference between new and rebuilt. The boots usually go before the CV's anyway and...
  • Re: CV joint preference?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
    Fri, 6 Sep 2013 15:13:35 -0700
    ...Getting decent CV joint boots seems to be an issue these days. Recent big thread on that. Good used original ones work fine for...
  • bad cv knocks going straight?
    Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
    Thu, 12 Aug 2004 22:08:59 EDT
    ...CVs knock only on turning. Turning actually quiets it down. Can these things be saved? Can (or should) you add grease through the boot...
  • Re: 87 Synchro CV Boots
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 27 Oct 1996 10:23:16 -0800
    ...My Acura has rubber boots on the steering CV's (probably neoprene) so this tack wasn't taken by Honda. Interesting that the EV...
  • WTB CV Joint and fr. wheel bearings.
    Historical mailing list - John Grunkemeier
    Thu, 20 Jun 1996 10:32:27 -0700 (PDT)
    ...inner CV boot is torn leads me to believe it is the CV joint. However, I'm not sure. I guess I am going...
  • Fwd: Re: [T2] Rebuilt Half Axles/ Autozone $99
    Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
    Fri, 9 Feb 2001 21:59:42 -0700
    ...New boots, rebuilt CVs on shafts >> ready to install with grease. Their warrantee is generous. I've >> replaced three sets of brake pads on...
  • Re: CV boot or axle?
    Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
    Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:10:10 -0600
    ...On Sun, Apr 12, 2009 at 11:41 AM, Edward Maikranz <maikranze@gmail.com>wrote: > I hate doing CV boots! I have only done...
  • Looking for How To change Front CV Boot (Syncro )
    Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
    Fri, 23 Nov 2007 11:59:27 -0500
    Is there a how-to anywhere on the net that anyone can recommend? tabe johnson / 87 westy
  • transaxle being rebuilt
    Historical mailing list - Polly
    Sun, 8 Jun 2008 09:43:09 -0700
    Just fishing for suggestions on maintenance stuff while the transaxle is out. Already doing CV joints, starter and boots. What else? TIA, Paul
  • clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
    Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
    Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:54:31 -0400
    ...I am still running all 4 originals I never have had a original split without gross failure of the cv joint. I wonder if...
  • Re: help. noise from the rear/ CV Joint
    Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
    Sat, 24 Jun 2000 08:18:53 -0400
    ...Don't be cheap about the boots, or the cv's. Fix them right once and they eill last a long time. If you...
  • Re: Cv boots
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Sun, 15 Aug 2021 20:16:04 +0000
    ...replace a CV boot.  I was under the van for a different reason but inspected the boots.  Driver’s side lower boot is ripped...
  • CV Joint Frustrations
    Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
    Thu, 2 Oct 1997 18:21:12 -0400
    Listees, I'm trying to replace two of the CV joints and four of the boots on the rear axle of my '86 Syncro...
  • Re: CV Joint position
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Tue, 5 Aug 2014 14:33:51 -0700
    ...CV Joint position Hi all, I'm getting ready to re-lubricate and re-boot my 105,000 mile CV Joints on my 1990...
  • Trip Update - Matthew
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Thu, 8 Apr 2004 23:06:09 -0600
    ...had both CV's and boots in stock here. I met Matthew and Dillon on the "front-porch" of the Chevron at 7200 S...
  • Re: What to keep on hand to not be stranded
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:46:02 -0600
    All of the parts mentioned....also an axle, front outer CV, CV boots, hose clamps of all sizes....minus a blown engine, I've...
  • Re: RoadHaus - Premature wheel bearing failure
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 28 Apr 2003 18:04:18 -0500
    ...grease through the boot every 1000 miles or so. ---------------------------------- Clip ---------------------- Hey Bill! You been walking backwards? I been giving my CV's a boost...
  • Re: cv boot woes
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Mon, 22 Nov 1999 07:51:35 -0500
    ...They include one joint, one boot, and grease & hardware. I am nearly sold out of Lobro boot kits (boot, grease, and hardware, but no...
  • Re: CV Relubrication 85-1.9L?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Mon, 29 May 2006 17:37:19 -0700
    ...Also known as EP extreme pressure grease, but be sure it is spec'd for CV use. The axle and CVs are reversible - all...
  • Re: CV joint bolt lock washers
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Tue, 13 Jun 2017 23:40:15 -0600
    Maybe got the Bolts from the wrong supplier ~ http://www.t3technique.com/suspension-and-drivetrain/drivetrain-parts/cv-joints,-boots,-etc/cv-bolt-and...
  • Re: CV Joints
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 30 Apr 2014 12:05:38 -0700
    Only EDPM rubber (ethylene propylene diene monomer synthetic rubber) boots will last with the constant flexing they endure. Same for the coolant hoses due...
  • Re: New owner questions
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 23 Nov 2012 22:37:56 -0500
    ...Is this normal? Other than the obvious CV boot, should I be also picking up the outer CV joint also? What about the other...
  • Re: CV boot or axle?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:41:47 -0700
    ...CV boot or axle? > > >> Am I the only one that enjoys CV service? �I love the way it feels when >> everything is apart and...
  • CV boot study
    Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
    Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:33:00 -0500
    any chance of getting a short link on this as i don't speak german and the link is broken in the digest. mike
  • Re: Inner CV Boot Replacement: Okie Redneck Style...
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Sat, 26 Jan 2002 11:03:55 -0800
    ...Inner CV Boot Replacement: Okie Redneck Style... > I know I need to get a torque wrench; I guess I keep holding out for a...
  • Re: Grease on axel
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 3 Oct 2023 11:09:47 -0400
    ...I replaced the boots on my CV joints a few years ago. A year or so later, I was checking under the van in...
  • Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
    Historical mailing list - TonyCollin
    Thu, 13 Mar 2014 23:29:39 -0400
    ...Replaced both axles, CVs and boots - good as new. Thanks all! Todd
  • Re: Cv boots cracking
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:57:08 -0700
    ...We used to be able to get the GKN/Lobro aftermarket boots for the > rears and > when we did, you could look around the...
  • Re: parts
    Historical mailing list - Leon
    Fri, 19 Sep 2003 14:29:58 -0700
    ...an offer. > >> Will also swap manual trans CV axles(complete rebuilt with almost > >> new CV > >> boots)for AT axles. > >> > >> NEED: trim piece for water...
  • Re: CV joint - which side faces the boots ?
    Historical mailing list - k1cajun
    Thu, 30 Mar 2000 17:55:02 -0600
    WarmerWagen@aol.com wrote: > Dave, > The groove side is next to the boot. Washers are also necessary. I have had > several bolts come out...
  • Re: CV replacement questions
    Historical mailing list - Jason
    Sun, 19 Jun 2011 09:54:29 -0400
    ...task. > > AS for boot issues, if the CV's aren't German, they may not have stock > dimensions, and the boots just might not...
  • source of more cv grease?
    Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
    Sat, 11 Mar 2006 11:07:52 -0500
    ...If you look at Tom's > website about the cv joints: http://volksweb.relitech.com/cvjoints.htm > he has pictures in Step 4 of...
  • Re: CV replacement questions
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 18 Jun 2011 21:59:05 -0500
    ...AS for boot issues, if the CV's aren't German, they may not have stock dimensions, and the boots just might not fit...
  • Re: Whatz a Good price to service CVs?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:25:42 -0700
    ...quite generously, in the flanage areas, in the balls, and some in the bootls ( I find lots of CV's without much grease in...
  • Cost effective,,expected for 60,000mi svc
    Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
    Mon, 10 Apr 2000 20:43:58 EDT
    ...If you haven't had the grease in the CV joints replaced in 60,000k I would do it. >> CV joint grease isn't...
  • Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 16 Aug 2016 17:11:40 -0700
    ...the CV boot changed. I had to use a used VW boot but plan to do the job again with a new boot and...
  • Re: CV Joint advice
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Sun, 4 Jul 1999 20:22:52 -0400
    Anywhere from 80k-120k, depending on how bad your boots look and how dry your joints sound when you move the axle in and...
  • Re: CV Joints
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 30 Apr 2014 13:18:49 -0500
    ...Apr 30, 2014 at 11:59 AM, Kenneth Lewis <kdlewis@northstate.net> > wrote: > > What is a source for good quality CV boots? > > Ken Lewis > > >
  • Re: CV Boot material question
    Historical mailing list - john
    Fri, 20 Apr 2001 10:15:01 -0600
    ...to something less loud ? "The Bus Depot, Inc." wrote: > > Today I received a couple of boot kits for my syncro, and one set of...
  • Re: Book time for CV Joint work?
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Tue, 25 Apr 2006 15:51:45 -0700
    ...Book time for CV Joint work? Does any body know the book time to inspect, clean, repack and replace the boots on CV Joints...
  • Re: CV boot or axle?
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:30:10 -0400
    ...Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com Edward Maikranz wrote: > I hate doing CV boots! I have only done them on Transporters but...
  • Re: CV joint question and success!
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 17 Jul 2023 21:28:55 -0400
    ...CV joint question and success! > > OH boy, > > So, > > I just watched a video on CV boot rebuild and replacement and he says that groove...
  • Re: drilling out axle bolts
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Tue, 2 Dec 2003 00:44:10 EST
    ...is it possible to do this drilling without damaging the cv's boot? --- It depends on how careful you are. If you have any...