Super VXer
has anyone ever used anything different than the metal cv boot clamps? i changed my front driver's side cv boots over the weekend (total pain in the axle) and i hate the metal clamps - could i just use a giant hose clamp or a big ziptie in the future?
Last edited by evillecutter : 09/12/2013 at 09:06 AM
Super VXer
Yup. been using zip ties for several years now.
Tip: don't use the Uber Heavy Duty ones. The smaller ones actually work mo' betta since they'll settle into the groove. I use 2 & try to get the adjustments set so that they are close to opposite on the axle (just to make sure that that little bit of weight doesn't throw it out of balance - those things are spinning at 2000+ rpm at highway speed).
Don't use hose clamp. Having that large adjustment screw could cause vibration.
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Put a smiley after you say that Bub.
Super VXer
the boots spin? i thought they stayed still while the axle spins inside of them? the one that gave me the most trouble was the green cup side - no hose clamp on that side either?
and thanks tom
Super VXer
Nope, boots spin with the axles. I've used zip ties too in a pinch and they actually seem to work better than the metal bands that the shops have put on there.
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Super VXer
the green cup spins too? i know i probably sound stupid asking but ive never been able to be under there while driving
Super VXer
Yup. Zip ties on both ends of all 4 boots.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh...31/ppuser/2699
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh...32/ppuser/2699
You can see in the first pic that the Dorman (gray) boot still had the HD zip tie. When that boot was replaced, it got the smaller zip tie instead.
In the second pic, there's a combination of HD & regular zip ties (I don't know why).
Super VXer
lol i got that same white boot
but i still dont understand - it doesnt look like the green cup can spin - and if it cannot spin the rest cannot spin or else it would rip the boot off...
i believe you im just trying to make sense of it
Last edited by evillecutter : 09/12/2013 at 11:18 AM
Super VXer
Yup, green cup is welded to the shaft.Originally Posted by evillecutter
Everything you can touch between the diff bracket & the brake dust shield is spinning.
Wikipedia has a decent write up on how a CV works & includes some moving images:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constant-velocity_joint
Last edited by tom4bren : 09/12/2013 at 11:27 AM
Super VXer
Never had a problem with the metal bands...get the $30 tool and they work great.
Bart
Super VXer
thats more than i payed for the boots!!!
and as usual thanks everyone
Super VXer
What can I say? I like tools.Plus, with the VX and 2 Troopers, it comes in handy.
Bart
Super VXer
right there witcha.What can I say? I like tools.
Bart
2VX & Amigo
But I'd still rather use zip ties.
Super VXer
Zip ties all the way and used exactly as described above. After many 4 wheeling trips, I have never encountered a problem with the zip ties.
Super VXer
I have used zip ties and hose clamps. Both worked fine and no balance issuea even with the hose clamps.
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