Thread: CV Joint Bands
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Old 08-05-2012, 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jaydee View Post
I've used a tool that stretches the boot over the cv joint, without having to dismantle it. Amazing how much it stretches without splitting.
JD
JD, The guys at my local workshop won't use the strechy ones any more as they say they were only getting about 12 monthe out of a new boot.
Seems the softer rubber that allows them to stretch isn't up to scratch, particularly on the front outer joints.
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