I would have chosen the same thing. I will tell you what NOT to buy: EMPI.
They will not last ten months. Whatever brand Bus Depot sells, they last a
long time. I have had a set on for years. But if I have a decent OEM, that
is my first choice. Last time I checked at the dealership, though, it seems
they were about $50 each.

Jim

On Mon, Apr 11, 2022 at 9:27 AM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:

> First the group wisdom challenge
>
> If you need to replace a CV boot and you have in your collection three
> different boots, which one would you use?
> 1. New Rockford
> 2 New Rain, Not sure if spelled right.
> 3. Used VW boot intact little bit of wear marks on outside.
> See end to find what we chose
>
>  still want to know if anyone has found a really good replacement CV boot.
>
> I was under my van Friday inspecting things and noticed grease had been
> thrown from a boot unto some hoses.  I felt the boot and found a slit.
>
> This boot was a Rain and had few miles on it as it replaced a Rockford
> that was not that old when it died. Maybe 4,000 miles maybe much less.
>
> Saturday with the help of a friend we changed out the boot.
>
> I’ve now done this three times just for the boots.  And for transmission
> work I’ve done an additional 4 Axles.
>
> At this point I can do the job blind.  Literally.
>
> So any new boots out there that actually hold up?
>
> What boot did we choose to install?
>
> The used VW boot.
>
>
> Now off to order replacement CV bolts, washers, clips and snaps.
> Why don’t replacement boots last on my van!
> And why don’t complete kits come complete?
> Eric Caron
> 85 GL Auto
> And now collecting spares for 84 Manual
>