I just replaced mine on one side. I installed new Lobro's. They were
both bery tight/stiff, and one more than the other. I considered this,
and came to the conclusion that this is reflective of a new parts
machined to new specs with no wear. They will be a tight fit under those
circumstances. I forced grease into them and installed. They were stiff
even after adding the lube, but once on the roll there was not problem.
I have had no trouble at all.

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

Will Morris wrote:

> 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