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O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement

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Robert

12-22-2003 09:05:48




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How hard is it to change the CV joints in a '98 Buick? I mean, other than the standard jack stands, etc, is more involved than disconnecting the steering arms and pulling the drive shafts out and replacing them?
Thanks in advance for any help/guidance!




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joe

12-23-2003 20:58:58




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 Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to Robert, 12-22-2003 09:05:48  
napa can fix you up with a reman axle for around 70.00(exch).a new boot kit will be 25.00 and you have to put it on.a new cv jpint kit will be at least 80.00 plus you will probably get a lifetime guarantee with the reman axle...i know..i have sold parts for over 20 years..



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Jailkeeper

12-22-2003 12:45:03




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 Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to Robert, 12-22-2003 09:05:48  
Most of the CV boot clamps require a special crimping tool or tightener. Without them it's hard to get the clamp properly tightened. Also make sure you use CV Joint Grease in the new joint. Wheel bearing grease is not sufficient.



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Mac

12-22-2003 10:02:25




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 Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to Robert, 12-22-2003 09:05:48  
Robert. If this will open for you it might help:
http://www.cybrrpartspro.com/cgi-win/cal_LookupResults.exe



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Mac

12-22-2003 09:55:04




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 Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to Robert, 12-22-2003 09:05:48  
If you are pretty handy mechanix wise, it is not hard. You need a large socket and the size escapes me, for removing the wheel nut. They are a little difficult to remove from the trans, takes a little prying, other than that it is not all that bad a job. Tie the caliper up agains the frames, dont let it dangle.You can use the assembled side as a guide.



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KYDave

12-22-2003 16:23:03




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 Re: Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to Mac, 12-22-2003 09:55:04  
You are a lot better off buying half-axles from someone like Advance or another auto parts house. You get a ready assembled piece with two new CV joints and a guarantee on the whole outfit. The replacement is not hard, remove the outside axle castle nut, remove the axle from the hub, and then pull the other end from the transmision with a small crowbar. Place it carefully and give a quick push. There is a compression ring that must is retaining it and the quick movement jerks it out of the groove without damage. The two things that you DO NOT want to do is pull on the axle or bend it. The CV joint will pull free inside the boot and it's possible to loose a ball bearing from its position inside the boot. Block the vehicle up with extra care because you will be wiggling it and you surely don't want in in your lap. Allow plenty of time and adequate weather and you will enjoy the experience.

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RT

12-22-2003 17:49:01




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 Re: Re: Re: O.T.-- CV Joint Replacement in reply to KYDave, 12-22-2003 16:23:03  
Also undo the tie rod and lower ball joint retaining nut and bolt push down the control arm this will allow the strut to be pulled out to you to give it clearence to get the half shaft out. Use a small mechanics pry bar in between the trans and joint cup and pop it out. To put it back in start the axle in until it stops straighten the axle out and put a 4 by 4 on the end and pop it lightly to seat it. Don`t for get to check tranny level because you`ll lose alittle trans fluid. Hope this helps, RT

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