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Old 01-25-2012, 09:33 AM
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Hello all,

about 5000 miles ago I changed my CV joints and while doing some other work I noticed a buildup of grease on the firewall that circles the CV joints meaning they are slinging grease out of them. Is their a way to inject new grease into them to keep them from wearing out? Or for that matter is it even a problem?

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Old 01-25-2012, 10:58 AM
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I have seen some boots "leak" immediately only because of too much grease was packed in. However, I have been told that once the excess is gone, I shouldn't have any problems. You can re-boot the axle, but it is a messy job. I think re-boot kits cost about $30.
 
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Old 01-25-2012, 11:23 AM
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I think I need to clean off the grease first and see if any more appears, its also the first time I've been under the car since I did it so it might be the extra coming out
 
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:00 PM
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After cleaning, you can use zip-tie next the the steel band. I did mine and no problem since.
 
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