CV Boots.

My inner cv boot (at differential) on the driver's side split where it meets the axle. I was told, over the phone, that the entire axle shaft gets replaced (a whole new assembly). I would think that you could replace the boot, maybe have to replace the the cv joint. What is the truth?
Thanks.
Ron W.

 

Sure you can, - https://www.cvjreman.com/product/bootrt08/

 

Any doubt or pause that you have that your CV joints might be worn this would be the time to take care of that going through all of that

 

I agree.

OEM CVs are pretty strong. And preferably the one you’d want to keep.
The problem with the boots (inner) is when you lift the truck, the ridges rub.
It’s just one of those things that takes a beating on a lifted truck.
(And yes, a diff drop can help some. Personally, I don’t like the idea of that)

The boot in the link above is for lifted higher angles.

 

Boot replacement involves disassembling the inner joint, which is easily done on a bench. Your mechanic can order a replacement boot kit which includes new boot clamps and a packet of grease. That is if you haven't been driving too long with the split boot and contaminants haven't gotten in and damaged the CV joint bearings. With aftermarket CV axle assemblies going for just over $50, most indie shops don't bother with all that and just replace the whole axle assembly.

 

Thank you guys for the input. I found a place here in Salt Lake that specializes in cv joints and can do this for less than half the cost of getting a new axle assembly.