Author Topic: Outer CV boot Completely Gone is CV joint shot? (Read 8521 times)

mtnbob · « **Reply #15 on:** September 13, 2008, 01:59:11 pm »

Sorry for all the questions, but i'm a rookie :shock: finally found a 8mm 12pt and it fits into my 8mm socket, but is there a way to keep the axel from turning when you try to unloosen the bolts?

Smokey Eddy · « **Reply #16 on:** September 13, 2008, 02:26:28 pm »

Put it in gear perhaps?
that may seem obvious to me but maybe im the one confused and you're talking about something entirely different. or maybe im an idiot.

I'd use an impact gun if you have access to one. Best and sometimes worst tools in the world.

burn_your_money · « **Reply #17 on:** September 13, 2008, 07:20:30 pm »

I don't think putting it in gear works because of the diff and one tire being off the ground.

Step on the brakes, or have a friend do that. Or use a piece of wood wedged against the seat and the brake pedal.

I just use an impact gun (electric) best $75 I ever spent

Dakotakid · « **Reply #18 on:** September 14, 2008, 10:02:53 am »

Bob, leave one wheel on the ground.
Lay on your back with the car jacked and safely blocked (no falls) loosen one or two bolts.
Reach up and use the shift rod from the shifter to take it out of gear. Rotate axle/wheel to get to next bolt or bolts.
Put it back in gear......wash, rinse, repeat, go back to Walmart and get more!!!!

jtanguay · « **Reply #19 on:** September 14, 2008, 10:06:59 am »

i used an impact gun to remove them. very easy! tightening them was easy as well.

Smokey Eddy · « **Reply #20 on:** September 15, 2008, 03:27:49 am »

75$ electric impact gun? What is this tom foolery...
the only electril impact i saw was like 400$
where on earth did you find that. Does it have enough torque?
Please PM me im interested... perhaps ill just pm you

VelocityConservation · « **Reply #21 on:** September 15, 2008, 05:51:18 am »

MtnBob,

With "last leg" axles like you have. I put a good set of vice-grips on the axle shaft so that it is resting against the control arm. to keep the axle from turning.

But impact wrenches are the way to go, even the old fashioned hand ones like this: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947641000P

Is better than just trying to do them by hand.

VelocityConservation

burn_your_money · « **Reply #22 on:** September 15, 2008, 10:01:09 am »

They come on sale at Candian Tire a few times a year. There aren't a lot of bolts that it can't take off. It does take a while though. I wouldn't mind a bit more torque but for the price, 100% worthwhile

mtnbob · « **Reply #23 on:** September 15, 2008, 05:44:45 pm »

I have now sheared off the screw that goes into the brake rotor :shock:

Vincent Waldon · « **Reply #24 on:** September 15, 2008, 05:55:09 pm »

No worries... there was a 90% chance that was going to happen... especially if the screw was original (no antiseize).

You can either live without it (makes it a tiny bit more of a challenge when installing your wheels since the brake rotor will not automatically be aligned with the hub), or drill it out and install a new one... 75 cents from the dealer.

mtnbob · « **Reply #25 on:** September 15, 2008, 06:55:28 pm »

thanks for the reply wasn't sure if it was completely necessary :shock:

burn_your_money · « **Reply #26 on:** September 16, 2008, 08:21:06 pm »

My first 3 VWs all had that screw completely snapped off before I bought them. I didn't even know it existed until the 4th one :lol: