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Subject:Re: Cv boots
From:Richard Koerner
Date:Sat, 14 Aug 2021 19:31:17 +0000

Key question of course:  Number of miles?

    On Saturday, August 14, 2021, 12:29:24 PM PDT, David McNeely <davmcneely40@gmail.com> wrote:  
 
 Current boots since 2010.  No tears, rips or any other evident damage.  I
believe they came from Van Cafe, but I have no idea regarding manufacturer.

mcneely

On Sat, Aug 14, 2021 at 11:14 AM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
> I’m yet again faced with needing to replace a CV boot.  I was under the
> van for a different reason but inspected the boots.  Driver’s side lower
> boot is ripped almost completely through and greas is out.
>
> I had checked it a couple weeks ago and it felt intact then.
>
> So,
>
> Anyone have an updated recommendation on cv boots that will last more then
> a couple thousand miles?
>
> Lately I seem to have to replace one after almost every oil change.
>
> Last set were from T3 Rockford I believe.
>
> So any recommendations on this project or parts appreciated.
>
> Ugh.
>
> Eric Caron
>
> 85 GL Auto
>