Split type cv boots - Page 2

cheshired5 · Nov 29th, 2015, 13:08

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Originally Posted by RM955I

I don't want the time, hassle or cost of doing it [in some people's minds] 'properly

Between changing a complete shaft and the boot only, which are you thinking is the more expensive and time consuming?

RM955I · Nov 29th, 2015, 13:24

You're working on the assumption that the Hippo Red kit won't make a decent repair.

4candles · Nov 29th, 2015, 14:18

It will, so go for it. It was designed specifically to save spannering, thus time, and also will avail yourself of the rare but potential 'shaft stuck in hub' scenario,

cheshired5 · Nov 29th, 2015, 14:52

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Originally Posted by 4candles

rare but potential shaft in hub' scenario,

He's just done his rings so he knows the shaft isn't stuck.

Quote:

Originally Posted by RM955I

You're working on the assumption that the Hippo Red kit won't make a decent repair.

Not at all.
I'm sure it will be fine so long as your split boot hasn't let in abrasive debris.
My point is that replacing the complete shaft for £50 is arguably easier and you have the bonus of 2 brand new inner and outer joints.
Fair enough if it's not the route you choose but it's handy for anyone else considering similar.

4candles · Nov 29th, 2015, 15:00

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Originally Posted by cheshired5

He's just done his rings so he knows the shaft isn't stuck.

But a handy and cheap circumvention for anyone who has a stuck shaft and split boot...

cheshired5 · Nov 29th, 2015, 15:05

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Originally Posted by 4candles

But a handy and cheap circumvention for anyone who has a stuck shaft.

If you have penetrating oil and a hammer, you won't have a stuck driveshaft.
It has a rubber washer protecting the rear of the hub and the bolt washer protects the front.
They're not prone to seizure.

4candles · Nov 29th, 2015, 15:34

So, anyway... replace your damaged CV boot with a nice cheap easy to fit split boot kit whilst keeping your perfectly servicable and probably genuine shaft or spend £50 on a cheap non OE shaft from god alone knows where...and to that the added effort of actually removing your shaft against the option of NOT. i know my preference.

RM955I · Nov 29th, 2015, 16:12

Well, on this occasion everyone is right.....yaaay!

As the boot split when I was doing the rings, I can be fairly certain that a Hippo Red split boot and some fresh grease will be sufficient.

If the boot had been split for some time and I had doubts about the state of the joint, I'd definitely consider a refurbed assembly as suggested.

All solutions are good in my book

What I would suggest is that anyone doing their rings take the opportunity to thoroughly clean the sensor with a toothbrush and some brake/parts cleaner if, like mine, the sensor seems unwilling to pull out from the top.

My rings really didn't look that bad but it's hard to know how 'bad' they have to be to start throwing faults. I'll only know over the next few weeks whether the problem has gone away but for now, there's no fault light.

Paul240480 · Nov 29th, 2015, 16:17

My mobile mec fitted bail cast stretchy ones on my 850. One split after 6 months or so. Both shafts were stuck/seized but he sorted it eventually.
I fitted a tongue and groove split boot, but it only lasted around 4 months.
The joint became noisy so I got my mobile fellah to fit a jandr replacement complete with boot kit. Took him about 40 minutes.
On my V70 he replaced a CV for me. Mine has the plastic ones. That took him about the time it took me to brew him a cuppa.

4candles · Nov 29th, 2015, 16:21

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Originally Posted by RM955I

Well, on this occasion everyone is right.....yaaay!

Nov 29th, 2015, 13:24	#12
RM955I Premier Member Last Online: Jun 26th, 2022 23:42 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Midlands	You're working on the assumption that the Hippo Red kit won't make a decent repair. __________________ D5, 205 Phase 3 V70...love the grunt. Previous: 2004 (2005 facelift) 2.4 170

Nov 29th, 2015, 14:18	#13
4candles I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 19th, 2016 19:57 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Yondershire	It will, so go for it. It was designed specifically to save spannering, thus time, and also will avail yourself of the rare but potential 'shaft stuck in hub' scenario, Last edited by 4candles; Nov 29th, 2015 at 14:44.

Nov 29th, 2015, 16:12	#18
RM955I Premier Member Last Online: Jun 26th, 2022 23:42 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Midlands	Well, on this occasion everyone is right.....yaaay! As the boot split when I was doing the rings, I can be fairly certain that a Hippo Red split boot and some fresh grease will be sufficient. If the boot had been split for some time and I had doubts about the state of the joint, I'd definitely consider a refurbed assembly as suggested. All solutions are good in my book What I would suggest is that anyone doing their rings take the opportunity to thoroughly clean the sensor with a toothbrush and some brake/parts cleaner if, like mine, the sensor seems unwilling to pull out from the top. My rings really didn't look that bad but it's hard to know how 'bad' they have to be to start throwing faults. I'll only know over the next few weeks whether the problem has gone away but for now, there's no fault light. __________________ D5, 205 Phase 3 V70...love the grunt. Previous: 2004 (2005 facelift) 2.4 170 Last edited by RM955I; Nov 29th, 2015 at 16:16.

Nov 29th, 2015, 16:17	#19
Paul240480 Ovlovnut Last Online: Feb 25th, 2024 08:58 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nivillac View Photos By: Paul240480	My mobile mec fitted bail cast stretchy ones on my 850. One split after 6 months or so. Both shafts were stuck/seized but he sorted it eventually. I fitted a tongue and groove split boot, but it only lasted around 4 months. The joint became noisy so I got my mobile fellah to fit a jandr replacement complete with boot kit. Took him about 40 minutes. On my V70 he replaced a CV for me. Mine has the plastic ones. That took him about the time it took me to brew him a cuppa. __________________ 2004 V70 2.4SE Auto 'The Welshmobile’ 2002 Laika Ecovip 400i ( Motorhome on an Iveco 2.8TD) http://www.gitessouthbrittany.com/ http://moncopainmonchien.jimdo.com/

Nov 29th, 2015, 15:34	#17
4candles I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 19th, 2016 19:57 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Yondershire	So, anyway... replace your damaged CV boot with a nice cheap easy to fit split boot kit whilst keeping your perfectly servicable and probably genuine shaft or spend £50 on a cheap non OE shaft from god alone knows where...and to that the added effort of actually removing your shaft against the option of NOT. i know my preference.

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