Inner CV joint - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

pjq · 02-14-2013, 05:41 PM

2004 Boxster S
I'm in the process of removing my engine. I just removed the exhaust and noticed a fine splater of grease forward of the left inner CV joint and also a small amount of grease on CV joint, is this normal? I've attached photo's.

san rensho · 02-14-2013, 05:46 PM

The clamp gets loose and grease leaks out. Grab the boot and twist it, if it moves then that's the problem. A hose clamp is the easiest solution.

pjq · 02-15-2013, 06:16 AM

Thanks for the reply.
I guess with that info, should I add more grease before putting things back together? If so what is the recommended grease type?

Pat.

san rensho · 02-15-2013, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by pjq

Thanks for the reply.
I guess with that info, should I add more grease before putting things back together? If so what is the recommended grease type?

Pat.

Probably a good idea to add grease but I didn't when I had some grease leakage and everything seems fine. Pelican sells the grease.

Meir · 02-15-2013, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjq

Thanks for the reply.
I guess with that info, should I add more grease before putting things back together? If so what is the recommended grease type?

Pat.

i used this:
Pelican Parts - Product Information: SWE-101

replacing the rubber boot during the process will be a good idea, if you are already in there.

Pelican Technical Article: Replacing Boxster CV Joints and Boots / Axle Replacement - 986 / 987

Eric G · 02-15-2013, 09:26 AM

In fact, just by four boots and replace all of them since your there.

pjq · 02-15-2013, 02:52 PM

Ok I'll put that on the TO DO LIST for later assembly. I now have to remove the transmission and after, the engine.
I'll have to rig something to temporarily support the engine while I remove the transmission, thats going to be a PITA.

Pat.

Meir · 02-15-2013, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjq

Ok I'll put that on the TO DO LIST for later assembly. I now have to remove the transmission and after, the engine.
I'll have to rig something to temporarily support the engine while I remove the transmission, thats going to be a PITA.

Pat.

You can get an engine bar from HF for a resneble price.
Worked great for me.
http://www.harborfreight.com/1000-lb-capacity-engine-support-bar-96524.html
Let me know if you need a 20% off cuopon.

pjq · 02-17-2013, 11:31 AM

Thanks for the link Meir I've saved it for future needs, good prices.
I'm in New Brunswick Canada so I'm not able to get on-line purchases real quick and easy. That being said I do purchase online I just have to allow for the delivery time.
For now I'll try spanning from underneath with 2 jacks and a 4 x4 or 3X 3. This should allow me to get the transmission out and clear as well as maintain clear access to the engine with the ATV jack for the engine removal.

Pat