I packed it. It didn't seem to help. I can only move it if I press
the inside out away from the housing a little, but when the inside
and outside are aligned it won't move at all. If it should be really
snug when new, then things might be o.k. I am just not sure how snug
is too snug.

>Sounds a little fishy.
>
>Is it packed with Moly yet? I'd pack it, then see how it moves. It
>should be REALLY snug when new, but you shouldn't have to force it. Lack
>of lube could be the issue.
>
>
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>
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>
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM] On Behalf
>Of Will Morris
>Sent: Friday, August 16, 2002 9:32 AM
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>Subject: CV joint question
>
>I am about to install a new inboard CV joint. The new joint I got
>from VW is incredibly tight/stiff, MUCH more than my old one. To get
>the inner bearing retainer to move at all I have to press super hard
>with both thumbs.
>
>I've repacked old joints before, but this is my first new one. Is
>this stiffness normal for a new joint? Does it loosen up over time?
>
>thanks,
>
>Will