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Ok, I forgot to post this up when I changed the oil a couple of weeks ago (right before vacation), but when I was down there I noticed that the passenger's side cv boot's got a crack in it.
I've read up on what will happen to the cv joint if this isn't fixed so what I wanted to ask is how much do you guys think it will be to have the boot replaced by a mechanic? Otherwise, how hard would it be for me to do it? Also, I've seen the split/zip type boots and I've read on other forums about the pros and cons of using such things, but what about you guys?
I'd like to get this replaced ASAP, and I've checked the grease that has leaked out and so far, its not gritty or filled with little rocks and stuff. Also, there's no clicking or clunking whenever I'm accelerating or braking, or when I turned the steering wheel all the way in either direction, so the cv joint is ok for the time being. I basically just wrapped some aluminum tape and ducting tape over the cv boot for now but I need to get this done by this week.
I've read up on what will happen to the cv joint if this isn't fixed so what I wanted to ask is how much do you guys think it will be to have the boot replaced by a mechanic? Otherwise, how hard would it be for me to do it? Also, I've seen the split/zip type boots and I've read on other forums about the pros and cons of using such things, but what about you guys?
I'd like to get this replaced ASAP, and I've checked the grease that has leaked out and so far, its not gritty or filled with little rocks and stuff. Also, there's no clicking or clunking whenever I'm accelerating or braking, or when I turned the steering wheel all the way in either direction, so the cv joint is ok for the time being. I basically just wrapped some aluminum tape and ducting tape over the cv boot for now but I need to get this done by this week.