I tried them all over a few short years with a set of EMPI or similar boots
lasting only nine months. I've had a set of Bus Depot boots on for a couple
of years now with no problem, but in the meantime I snagged a set of the
OEM boots just cause. You can pay about $50 per boot at the dealer, but
never found anyone who would speak for them, or at least who would admit
paying that.

Jim

On Tue, Apr 18, 2017 at 8:49 PM Steve Williams <
steve@williamsitconsulting.com> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Thanks everyone for the feedback.  I'm going to re-use my existing CV
> boots assuming they all pass inspection...  and get a spare Rockford
> boot to take on the road with me.
>
> It's hard to believe with all the modern technology we have, a modern CV
> boot can't be made that's even more durable than the old ones.
>
> Cheers,
> Steve W.
>
>
> On 18/04/2017 10:26 AM, Steve Williams wrote:
> > 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
>