torn cv boot

[jpar1983]

I just replaced some trashed engine mounts and was told by the mechanic that I have a torn cv boot on the pass side. We took the wheel off and sure enough, grease is all over the subframe right below the boot. I haven't noticed any new noises or anything from it.

Should I replace the whole cv assy? Should I use one of those split boot replacement kits that you can buy at your friendly neighborhood auto store? If I replace the whole shebang, how hard is it?

[LittleHoov]

My experience with a split-boot was not a pleasant one, it didnt fit right, didnt seal right, etc etc. But that doesnt mean yours will be the same. Mine was not on an Intrigue, but on a different vehicle.


If Im not mistaken, pulling the halfshafts is fairly labor intensive, Ive never done it though. Ive skimmed the procedure in the Chiltons once or twice, but it escapes me at the moment.

Since you seem to have caught it pretty quick, and no noises, the speediboot might be a decent solution, especially since theyre pretty cheap...youll also want a can or two or brake cleaner so you can be sure and clean out the joint as well as possible before repacking with grease.

I say its at least worth a try, the halfshafts arent terribly expensive (looking at RockAuto) but the speediboot could last years, so who knows.

Id wait for someone to chime in before making the call, it might not be as hard as I think. It might be one of those things that boils down to which one is more valuable to you, your time or your money? For me its my money, for some people its their time.

[danielsatur]

Try a bicycle tube, silicone sealent, and tywraps for a quick fix.

[Scrapper]

Originally Posted by jpar1983

I just replaced some trashed engine mounts and was told by the mechanic that I have a torn cv boot on the pass side. We took the wheel off and sure enough, grease is all over the subframe right below the boot. I haven't noticed any new noises or anything from it.

Should I replace the whole cv assy? Should I use one of those split boot replacement kits that you can buy at your friendly neighborhood auto store? If I replace the whole shebang, how hard is it?

people think when you want to replace half shaft it's hard i'm here to tell you it really is easier than just changing the outer c/v are getting ripped off because you replace whole half/shaft c/v joint is probably just as much as a half/shaft also you got your warnenty on half/shaft. and a qick boot is just a fix for a few maybe just next day it will come off could come of be a weak if your lucky.

good luck.

[LittleHoov]

people think when you want to replace half shaft it's hard i'm here to tell you it really is easier than just changing the outer c/v are getting ripped off because you replace whole half/shaft c/v joint is probably just as much as a half/shaft also you got your warnenty on half/shaft. and a qick boot is just a fix for a few maybe just next day it will come off could come of be a weak if your lucky.

good luck.

Grammar is fun, it really is. You should check into it.

Anyway, like I said I don't know how difficult it is on an Intrigue. I know on my Cherokee it really wasn't bad, it was basically a hub removal taken a step further. Pulled out the Chiltons on the Intrigue and it looks like basically the same thing. You have to disconnect the tie-rod end and ball joint from the steering knuckle, as well as pull the hub off the axle shaft. I would think you would also need to remove the brake calipers, but I dont see it mentioned.

It states for the right side, that GM recommends a certain tool kit be used, and for the left side that there is a slot for a prybar to remove it.

Id probably give it a try, but I have a reasonable amount of free time, and another vehicle to drive if something goes awry.

A speediboot if installed even reasonably right will probably never come off, but they dont seal as well as the proper boots, and its easy to get dust, grime, water, etc in there.

[Scrapper]

Originally Posted by LittleHoov

Grammar is fun, it really is. You should check into it.

Anyway, like I said I don't know how difficult it is on an Intrigue. I know on my Cherokee it really wasn't bad, it was basically a hub removal taken a step further. Pulled out the Chiltons on the Intrigue and it looks like basically the same thing. You have to disconnect the tie-rod end and ball joint from the steering knuckle, as well as pull the hub off the axle shaft. I would think you would also need to remove the brake calipers, but I dont see it mentioned.

It states for the right side, that GM recommends a certain tool kit be used, and for the left side that there is a slot for a prybar to remove it.

Id probably give it a try, but I have a reasonable amount of free time, and another vehicle to drive if something goes awry.

A speediboot if installed even reasonably right will probably never come off, but they dont seal as well as the proper boots, and its easy to get dust, grime, water, etc in there.

yes it will get water in as you say it's a ripped. i take tie rod loose but you really don't have to on some but it's easier if you do you can swing that strut around as you want to loosen bottom ball joint of course you take the big nut on axle first after that slip under car and bring it out of tranny..i could do this all day. but up to you.

good luck....