In my humble opinion, you are better off using the originals if there is no sign of dry rot.  I just changed the first boot on my 91 tintop after 322k miles.

Bob  C

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Steve Williams
Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 12:27 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: CV Maintenance - Re-use old or new Rockford USA boots?

Hi,

I am going to clean and lube the CV joints on my 2wd 1991 Westy.

I've heard all sorts of horror stories about poor quality new CV boots wearing out prematurely.

My initial plan was to leave the original CV boots on, as they seem to be in good shape.  I have no idea about how old they are, at least 10
years/50,000 km (as long as I've owned the van).

I'm getting some parts and the supplier has indicated they sell the Rockford USA CV boots.

Is it advisable to replace the boots?  I didn't think so at first, but now I'm wondering...

Thanks,
Steve Williams