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Author:	swiftv8 [ Sun Jul 04, 2010 10:15 pm ]
Post subject:	Replaceable CV Joint $70
Hello LOST members, I'm sure by now most of you know that the front drive shaft CV joint at the t case fails pretty quickly on our KJs. On top of that they are not very cheap to replace, usually the entire shaft must be purchased. The joint in my is making a lot of noise now, I was considering a u joint shaft from alldriveline.com but I figured Chrysler used CV's for a reason and I don't want any vibration. After some searching I found these http://www.driveshaftparts.com/cv-joints-shafts/jeep/jeep-driveshaft-cv-joint/prod_430.html I ordered on for my Jeep to test out - can't beat $70 If you want I can do an install post with pics when I get it

Author:	JL Rockies [ Mon Jul 05, 2010 12:01 pm ]
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Mine is still going strong @ 99K miles Mr. Spamination.

Author:	RED_KJ_666 [ Mon Jul 05, 2010 1:04 pm ]
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Thinks that's funny JL I've been through 5. Doesn't take much to tear that stupid boot on the T-Case side. Then you are done. Thanks for the Info tho I just ordered 2.

Author:	mrneen [ Mon Jul 05, 2010 3:38 pm ]
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i wonder if this is the problem with my drive shaft.. i completly removed it and the boot is torn and i am missing a bearing i think... hmmm think this is a possibility? $70 is alot better than $300 and change. haha

Author:	2mopar_diesels [ Tue Jul 06, 2010 12:17 am ]
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Spam or not, this is a great thing to kknow about if/when the inevitable time comes!!!

Author:	Black_Dog [ Tue Jul 06, 2010 2:32 pm ]
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swiftv8 wrote: If you want I can do an install post with pics when I get it Please do! The site says this kit includes a boot. I would like to see how that attaches.

Author:	bmrrwolfe [ Tue Jul 06, 2010 8:35 pm ]
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Yes let me know how the boot attaches! I had my boot torn and ruined the joint. Being a poor college kid a new front driveshaft around $300 isn't easy.. and without a good boot then that it would just happen again... Edit: It says for 02-05 whats the difference in the joint for an 06??

Author:	swiftv8 [ Thu Jul 08, 2010 7:33 pm ]
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Haha no this isn't spam, I have absolutely nothing to do with this company except for the fact that I am a recent customer. The boot always tears on these driveshaft CV joints, then the grease flys out, the joint drys up and wears out. I just posted this because I figured more people should know this option is out there because I didn't until now. I ordered one of these and got it in the mail today. The joint is 3 pieces, the front dust cover, the actual cv joint, and the rear dust cover. The boot is attached to the front dust cover and feels pretty thick and durable but time will tell. As for fitting a 2006, I'm not sure. You may have to call them on that one. Pics

Author:	bmrrwolfe [ Thu Jul 08, 2010 11:24 pm ]
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I actually did talk to them, and its suppose to say for 02-07.. They had very quick and seemed nice customer service. I think next paycheck I will be getting one myself.

Author:	InCommando [ Fri Jul 09, 2010 12:22 am ]
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Thanks for the tip! Now pass the swiss rolls!

Author:	swiftv8 [ Fri Jul 09, 2010 8:52 pm ]
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I still haven't had time to do the install

Author:	swiftv8 [ Fri Jul 09, 2010 8:53 pm ]
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InCommando wrote: Thanks for the tip! Now pass the swiss rolls! haha you noticed that

Author:	Burton12 [ Fri Jul 09, 2010 11:08 pm ]
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It also looks like the sell the front cv joint as well the one that mounts to the diff, but it doesn't state that it for the liberty but it looks just like it, thats the one i need... can anyone verify?

Author:	swiftv8 [ Sat Jul 10, 2010 9:54 am ]
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Burton12 wrote: It also looks like the sell the front cv joint as well the one that mounts to the diff, but it doesn't state that it for the liberty but it looks just like it, thats the one i need... can anyone verify? I saw that on there as well but it says Jeep grand cherokee 93-98. Looks identical though, you'll need to call them on that one. If it doesn't fit I know about this one but it's nearly twice as much. http://www.cvrestoration.com

Author:	swiftv8 [ Tue Jul 13, 2010 7:09 pm ]
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Did the install of the CV joint on my liberty. It was more difficult than I expected, essentially it was just pop the rear dust cover off, remove the snap ring, then slide off the bad cv joint. However my joint was so rusty inside that it was seized to the end of the driveshaft. I ended up cutting the old joint off but long story short here are pics. Sorry they're not very good, I had to use my laptop webcam to snap the shots. Hope it holds up well

Author:	BadKarma1701 [ Wed Jul 14, 2010 3:04 pm ]
Post subject:	Re: Replaceable CV Joint $70
My joint is bad at the trans side. The local drive shaft shop wanted to rebuilt entire shaft and convert to u joints for $375.00. i thought i would have to run around with out the front drive shaft. thanks for this posting it, this more in my cash flow range.

Author:	KJWildman [ Wed Jul 14, 2010 4:13 pm ]
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BadKarma1701 wrote: My joint is bad I hate bad joints!

Author:	InCommando [ Wed Jul 14, 2010 6:34 pm ]
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JL Rockies wrote: Mine is still going strong @ 99K miles Mr. Spamination. For a "spammin' troll," this newb has just saved some KJ'ers more cash & headache than most multi-year post ho'ing members..... To the OP: Excellent post!

Author:	ridenby [ Thu Jul 15, 2010 1:04 am ]
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InCommando wrote: JL Rockies wrote: Mine is still going strong @ 99K miles Mr. Spamination. For a "spammin' troll," this newb has just saved some KJ'ers more cash & headache than most multi-year post ho'ing members..... To the OP: Excellent post! Yeah,saw this and ordered the CV,easy to install,shipped quick. Thank you for the post.

Author:	bmrrwolfe [ Fri Jul 16, 2010 11:59 am ]
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Just ordered mine, and will happy to have 4WD again since I've been without a front driveshaft for a month!

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