Whats the best way to replace...

[flmont]

Well for me i'am usally always busy,.so I wanted to get some used ones.rebuild them..then switch them out, This saves me time,I could rebuild 1 wkend and install the next,..I think the 1 split one I found is of course the wheel side !! plus to do that job local shop quoted 925.00 out the door both sides..I would be willing at 600.00 out the door and I understand but its a little to much for that job ...But Iam guessing,..I always tell my wife Iam willing to work on the Boxster...so I guess I should..Lol Frank

[flmont]

Wret,..Auto zone has them rebuilt for 105.00 ea..Even tho I just need boots..If I could keep my axle's I would consider doing that then install my original ones after I rebuild them CV's are good just need the boots.!

[rfuerst911sc]

Aftermarket cheap axles are generally crap but I suppose there are exceptions . How do you find the exceptions ??? My opinion buy a used set of OEM axles and go through them with a good cleaning and greasing . Install new boots and you are good to go .

There is a CV axle rebuild shop about an hour from me . I happened to be in the area about two months ago so I stopped in . I spoke with the owner and he said they only will rebuild OEM axles . He doesn't touch anything aftermarket he said they are all Chinese garbage . He said it is getting harder to get good quality boots , many are going cheaper and that affects durability to flex and heat cycles .

For a Boxster wrapping the exhaust with heat wrap can help the boots live longer.

[Qingdao]

Originally Posted by flmont

Well for me i'am usally always busy,.so I wanted to get some used ones.rebuild them..then switch them out, This saves me time,I could rebuild 1 wkend and install the next,..I think the 1 split one I found is of course the wheel side !! plus to do that job local shop quoted 925.00 out the door both sides..I would be willing at 600.00 out the door and I understand but its a little to much for that job ...But Iam guessing,..I always tell my wife Iam willing to work on the Boxster...so I guess I should..Lol Frank

$925 is SUPER steep. They give you a handy job/ happy ending at that price?? LOL

My only problem with a split boot is that there is a possibility that you picked up some dirt or contaminant that has et away at the bearings inside the joint.

I've heard stories on the ole interwebs that people flush out the outer joints with no problems. Seems legit with enough acetone. Just would take a lot of acetone.

I personally wouldn't cheap out on a CV axle bearing (I cheap out on a lot of other things). Get the OE bearing brand (hint it doesn't have to read Porsche on the box).