How to replace CV Axels? Options

[aspen]

My car clicks a bit when I turn, and the CV boots feel rather shot. I did some searching for the axels on Autozone and they appear to run about $80 each after I return my old ones. Anything bad about going for rebuilt ones?

I found a guide on here for replacing the left on, but I didn't bookmark it, and the search appears to be extra pokey. Even aside from that, how do you replace the axel on the drivers side?


Just to double check, clicking does equal the axels/joints right? I don't feel like tearing apart my car this weekend only to find I was incorrect.

Thanks!

[aspen]

Ugh. More problems here. I got the drivers side put together, however I can't open up the caliper(the reason I took the rotors off is to get them turned and to use the strut method instead of undoing the tie rod) to save my life. I've even tried bleeding it some to absolutely no avail.

Second, started on the other side, and it pulled right out, however, the bearing bracket won't come off. The bearing is on the new axel I got, but not the bracket that it fits into. Thoughts? Do I need to get this bracket or something? If so, how the heck do I fit it on if I can't get the other bracket off?

Thanks!

PS. Yeah, I think a timing belt guide would be good. I've done mine a few times and it's been fun.