Dennis Haynes wrote:
> While not the lowest cost option especially with the added labor I try to
> push getting new quality CV joints and replacing them as needed.

Perk up and pay attention Vanagon folks, especially Syncro folks:

CVJ Axles in Denver offers rebuilt German axles.  I now have four
on my '87 Syncro, after EMPIs starting getting noisy way too soon.

See www.cvjaxles.com
303-297-2478 or 1-800-292-2953

They are big around here in both the VW and Porsche crowds.  It seems
they are even more connected to the MB group.  For info about how
they rebuild axles, see their page on MB:
http://cvjreman.com/mercedesbenz.php

[My only connection with them is my VW mechanic converted my EMPIs to
their axles and they advertise in the local Porsche Club newsletter.
I'm a happy customer.]

Richard
Boulder