P1000m5 replacing torn cv boot finally

[crazychris]

ok so with all the rain in Arkansas I finally decided it would be best to replace the leaking cv boot before It causes more issues. so while removing the tie rod end I busted the boot on the tie rod end
1st what is the easiest process on getting axle out. (I figure I take the a arms off)
2nd what's best order a new tie rod end or just the boot? since u have a option to buy either.
thanks

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[ToddACimer]

Next time dont remove the tie rod. The front shafts are pretty easy to get out if you pull the pivot bolts of the lower control arms and remove the lower shock bolt. Just a thought for next time.

 

[GlockMeister]

And dont use a pickle fork...the only thing theyre good for.is ruining ball joint boots

 

[crazychris]

And dont use a pickle fork...the only thing theyre good for.is ruining ball joint boots

I did that on my can am. dont know why I thought this would be different. lol!

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[GlockMeister]

Harbor freight sells these for around 20 bucks...i usually just tapp the knuckle a couple times and itll free up.

 

[crazychris]

Next time dont remove the tie rod. The front shafts are pretty easy to get out if you pull the pivot bolts of the lower control arms and remove the lower shock bolt. Just a thought for next time.

I will do just that should of asked before going at it. I though it had to be removed. so... new boot or just get a new tire rod end?? dont know how well getting just a new boot would seal and how it would assemble. just wanted to get an opion on that part. thanks

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[ToddACimer]

I dont know if you can buy the boot separate but the tie rods are cheap and it might be worth just buying one and saving this one as a spare.

 

[crazychris]

Harbor freight sells these for around 20 bucks...i usually just tapp the knuckle a couple times and itll free up.
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glock that will be on mt purchase list from harbor freight.

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[crazychris]

I dont know if you can buy the boot separate but the tie rods are cheap and it might be worth just buying one and saving this one as a spare.

it looked like u could order just the tie rod boot thats why i was asking. if anyone might had experience with that. most certainly wont use forks any more. lol. I will just order a new tie rod end and keep the busted kne as a spare. thanks guys! hope I dont have any issues replacing the inner boot and get back to riding quickly. deer season is close!

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[GlockMeister]

it looked like u could order just the tie rod boot thats why i was asking. if anyone might had experience with that. most certainly wont use forks any more. lol. I will just order a new tie rod end and keep the busted kne as a spare. thanks guys! hope I dont have any issues replacing the inner boot and get back to riding quickly. deer season is close!

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I would try the boot first myself.. then the end if necessary.
Heres a good vid on cv boots in case youve never done one before...and i recommend their band cutter and band tool.

 

[crazychris]

I would try the boot first myself.. then the end if necessary.
Heres a good vid on cv boots in case youve never done one before...and i recommend their band cutter and band tool.

that's one thing I never have had to do. tear into a cv axle or boot. I have however have took cv joints off (can am) . I did buy the band and cutter tool because all balls uses a different clamp othe than a otinker clam (all over the can am) so this will be a experience. all while my 11 year old has his go cart tore apart for bearing replacement. 2 repairs at the same time. lol all fun!

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[crazychris]

suggestions on where I can just buy the band small one. messed up the band. lol

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[GlockMeister]

suggestions on where I can just buy the band small one. messed up the band. lol

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Try a local auto parts store..most have an atv section.