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Subject:Re: CV Joints
From:Mike B
Date:Mon, 5 May 2014 09:35:59 -0400

1. A smart person would never drive though a rapidly-flowing river.
That's exactly how many people die every year.

2. A snug-fitting boot won't let water in or grease out.

Mike B.

On 5/5/2014 9:29 AM, Gnarlodious wrote:
> I just use a zip tie. One time I drove through a rapidly flowing river and water got in a CV joint. When I took it apart it was ugly. Ever since then I have used the zip tie.
>
> -- Gnarlie
>
>>>> As for the clamp for the boot, the factory didn't use them after a certain
>>>> time. New boot kits do not come with such a clamp that I know of. That
>>>> should tell you all you need right there.
>>>>
>>>> Jim