CV replacement

[Covered in Dust]

I have a torn boot on my left front CV axle. I see that I can buy OEM for about $450 each or aftermarket for as little as $80 each. I don’t want to just go the cheap route and then need to replace them again. What is the consensus on OEM versus aftermarket? Also as long as I’m doing the work what else should I do while I have it apart and is there a way to protect the boots. Where I use the truck I go through a lot of thick brush at times. Any help is appreciated.

 

[MrImpossible]

From some reading I have done on here, the general consensus is that you should replace it with OEM due to joint & boot design. That said, if you go with aftermarket there's a specific brand that is preferred as it is closer to OEM design. I believe that brand was Cardone & is sold at NAPA. See here: OEM CV - disappointment - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/oem-cv-disappointment.1187018/page-5#post-12854883

 

[Trunk Monkey]

You can just reboot them, kit available through Cruiser Outfitters or your dealer.

 

[Covered in Dust]

You can just reboot them, kit available through Cruiser Outfitters or your dealer.

think the PO used aftermarket so I’m not sure of the qualityand would like to start with something I know. I will probably reboot these and use as spares.

 

[cruiseroutfit]

You can just reboot them, kit available through Cruiser Outfitters or your dealer.

Yup!

CV Boot Kit - Fits 1998 - 2007 100/470 Applications (FACV60120)

Toyota Land Cruiser CV Boot Kit

cruiserteq.com

 

[SWCruiser]

buy OEM. reboot is an option but if your axle has been on there awhile id rather buy a new one and not worry about it. Where im at its a PITA to wrench and you dont want to bet stranded on the highways out here so i generally try to replace rather than save $. saving a few bucks here ends up costing you both time and money at the worst time. When im out west same goes. I dont want to waste my down time stressing about getting repairs done before heading out.

if you go new you can also reboot your old axle with Curts boot kit at your leisure an have a spare. Thats what i did.

 

[Kofoed]

Yup!

CV Boot Kit - Fits 1998 - 2007 100/470 Applications (FACV60120)

Toyota Land Cruiser CV Boot Kit

cruiserteq.com

Do you sell the grease tubes seperately?

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Do you sell the grease tubes seperately?

We do not, they are sold with the CV boots