1) only use GKN oe replacement joints avoid those aftermarket complete
axles like the plauge.

2) if the otherside is in unknown condition disassemble, clean, inspect,
repack or replace as required.

Jason
On 2012-02-18 8:38 PM, "Kendra Calhoun" <kendracalhoun@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> When one is replacing driver side rear axle, does the passenger side have
> to be replaced as well? Given how old or rusty the other side could be,
> does it make sense to just replace one? The van is a 1982 VW Vanagon.
> I appreciate everything you can do for me.
> Thank you!
> Kendra