Renew Cv boot?

[Naz]

Took all of 1 min to get it on with the end of a spoon after I boiled it. Glad I didn't waste that recalled gin on this job.








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[Naz]

I'd hunt down one of those recalled bottles of Sapphire Blue Gin to help with getting the boot on.
I open the big clamp just enough to slide it along the housing and over the ridge. Then use thin washers and ideally a small hex head bolt with lock-nut to keep the weight down.
 
Be sure to test overnight per my suggestion above.

I found this interesting. The new O-ring I ordered is much thinner than the original. I really didn't like the look of the new one so I opted to use the old o-ring and put a little silicone to create a better seal. Hopefully it holds. I will put grease in it tomorrow and test it.



Top is new bottom is original.




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[HBChris]

Don't use grease, it uses oil, can't remember which type/weight.

[Hans]

I had the same experience with o-rings. Augmented with silicone. Before you open the champers, add the prescribed amount of #90 gear oil, and leave it standing on one end and then the other overnight to test for leaks.

[Hans]

#90 hypoid oil, about 600ml I THINK. If you can't find spec, I'll go to garage to look.

[Naz]

#90 hypoid oil, about 600ml I THINK. If you can't find spec, I'll go to garage to look.

 

Not sure if this stuff qualifies. I'll look for spec on volume. Also, I planned on using cv boot clamps rather than the original hose clamps that came with the car. I can't find narrow hose clamps and the BMW ones are $20 for the large one and $12 for the small one. I Just can't justify that.

 

 

 

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[Hans]

i suspect that will do. Not sure if Hypoid is different than marine, and if so why.

[Naz]

i suspect that will do. Not sure if Hypoid is different than marine, and if so why.

 

Just did a bit of research. It's the same thing. They both have additives that allow water to emulsify if it should so happen to get in there. Hence the name "marine oil"

 

 

 

 

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[Naz]

Side project complete. 6.2 oz oil added and now in test phase.

 

 

 

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[jgerock]

How do you like the ultrasonic cleaner?

[Naz]

How do you like the ultrasonic cleaner?

I love it. I throw all my nuts and bolts in there. This unit heats the degreaser as well so by the time it's done the threads are spotless and free of any contaminates. I usually clean the bolt heads with a wire brush attachment on my dremel as well after.

[jgerock]

16 hours ago, Naz said:

 

I love it. I throw all my nuts and bolts in there. This unit heats the degreaser as well so by the time it's done the threads are spotless and free of any contaminates. I usually clean the bolt heads with a wire brush attachment on my dremel as well after.





 

 

What brand is it? Can't see the full label due to your gorgeous rear axle.

[Naz]

What brand is it? Can't see the full label due to your gorgeous rear axle.

Gemora


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