The friendly local Toyota dealership says the passenger CV axle needs replaced. So, I'm looking to order one from CVJ, maybe two just to knock them both out at the same time. My 99 UZJ100 has 164k miles, and OME light/stock shocks in front, OME medium in rear with fit kit installed. No diff drop.
1. Should I do both axles at the same time, or is there no need for this?
2. Given that I have a front stock/light OME shocks & medium springs/shocks rear which CV boot choice would be preferred:
Standard - These axles have aftermarket neoprene boots. They are fully assembled and are ready to install.
Option 1 - Outer Boot - OEM boot for CV joint (wheel side) This boot gets your axles closest to OEM - longest lasting CV boot. This is an Original OEM Toyota plastic boot & clamps installed on the above axle we build for you. This boot is the longest lasting because it is made of Hytrel plastic which is tougher, more abrasion resistant and more chemical resistant than the aftermarket Neoprene boots. Being hard plastic it does not seal as well as Neoprene, which can be an issue at high angles. (Usually good up to 2 1/2" lift). There is no warranty on these boots.
Every lift kit is different, each individual uses their truck differently, etc. So, while it is is hard to make specific recommendations here is another boot options that many Toyota truck owners have found valuable:
Option 2- Inner Boot Higher Angle (diff side) - $42.95 each . We also offer a red silicone boots for the Inner joints. These are $42.95 each installed on axles we build for you. (It takes two days)
Many offroaders prefer these for higher angles saying they last longer.
Each lift kit is different. These can help if your inner boots are rubbing on themselves or have longer travel. With the red boot there are a lot more convolutions (ribs) so they can be stretched out so they don't rub or don't rub as much. Also the silicone handles abrasion better than neoprene.
These won't be much help with severe angles.
{We have heard of a couple reports of suspension combinations that do not provide adequate clearance for this boot}. As a rule of thumb you will need an extra inch of clearance from the existing boot (radially & along the shaft). Please check the clearance before ordering.
There is no warranty on these boots.
Option 2a - Some offroaders use the red silicone boots (above) on the outer CV joints (wheel side).
Thanks,
Honor
1. Should I do both axles at the same time, or is there no need for this?
2. Given that I have a front stock/light OME shocks & medium springs/shocks rear which CV boot choice would be preferred:
Standard - These axles have aftermarket neoprene boots. They are fully assembled and are ready to install.
Option 1 - Outer Boot - OEM boot for CV joint (wheel side) This boot gets your axles closest to OEM - longest lasting CV boot. This is an Original OEM Toyota plastic boot & clamps installed on the above axle we build for you. This boot is the longest lasting because it is made of Hytrel plastic which is tougher, more abrasion resistant and more chemical resistant than the aftermarket Neoprene boots. Being hard plastic it does not seal as well as Neoprene, which can be an issue at high angles. (Usually good up to 2 1/2" lift). There is no warranty on these boots.
Every lift kit is different, each individual uses their truck differently, etc. So, while it is is hard to make specific recommendations here is another boot options that many Toyota truck owners have found valuable:
Option 2- Inner Boot Higher Angle (diff side) - $42.95 each . We also offer a red silicone boots for the Inner joints. These are $42.95 each installed on axles we build for you. (It takes two days)
Many offroaders prefer these for higher angles saying they last longer.
Each lift kit is different. These can help if your inner boots are rubbing on themselves or have longer travel. With the red boot there are a lot more convolutions (ribs) so they can be stretched out so they don't rub or don't rub as much. Also the silicone handles abrasion better than neoprene.
These won't be much help with severe angles.
{We have heard of a couple reports of suspension combinations that do not provide adequate clearance for this boot}. As a rule of thumb you will need an extra inch of clearance from the existing boot (radially & along the shaft). Please check the clearance before ordering.
There is no warranty on these boots.
Option 2a - Some offroaders use the red silicone boots (above) on the outer CV joints (wheel side).
Thanks,
Honor
