Torn CV Boot...Should I replace the whole axle? Options

[Coomer]

My driver's side CV boot is torn I think. Some pics are below.





Is this a torn CV boot? If so, should I just replace that, or should I replace the whole axle? I absolutely hate pulling axles out and had issues with my axle not sealing at the tranny for a good three months last time my axle was pulled on the driver side.

So what do you guys think?

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[lagos]

is it making any noise? if its still nice and quiet, you can just replace the boot. they sell them at any car parts store. the most youll have to take out, it the axel out of the wheel hub, but you shouldnt have to take it out from the tranny to do the boot. the boost kit will also come with new grease and everything u need to do the job.

the hardest part about replacing axels is getting a good rebuid from the car parts store. so unless yours is making noise, just repair it.

This post has been edited by lagos: Jul 21, 2005 - 4:08 PM

[jgreening]

is it making any noise? if its still nice and quiet, you can just replace the boot. they sell them at any car parts store. the most youll have to take out, it the axel out of the wheel hub, but you shouldnt have to take it out from the tranny to do the boot.  the boost kit will also come with new grease and everything u need to do the job.

the hardest part about replacing axels is getting a good rebuid from the car parts store. so unless yours is making noise, just repair it.
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I agree with this. I replaced a boot in my last car and it was not too difficult and a lot less expensive than a new axel.