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Old 08-17-06, 01:06 AM
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problems twisted boot on axle

ok now i just had the drivers side axle replaced because the guy i bought the car from had hit a curb so i had it replaced put about 20miles on the car the today as i back up the damn car didnt move pushed it in the driveway and heard a clicking the damn axle boot is all twisted what the HE** happened
Old 08-17-06, 07:57 AM
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Take it back to the shop & ask them to explain it!
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Whoever did the job didn't tighten the clamps properly allowing one side to turn. Have seen it a few times on front cv boots on Jeeps, as they are difficult to secure unless a factory boot is used, and installed when the axle is out.
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ok so do i just release the boot and put the axle back in and go or do i need to take the boot off and see what the hell happened lol
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To me it sounds like something went wrong inside the axle, if you car doesn't move
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well i just jacked the car up the boot isnt broke just twisted all up i am going to remove the clamp and see whats up
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