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RTRAC1 previously said:
I've been meaning to put together an axle replacement kit before spring comes. already picked up a 35mm socket, and sourced the axle and seals, but never even thought of the gear oil and FIPG. Thanks for the post!
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The FIPG is only if you need to open something up (diff in this case). You will lose less than a cup of gear oil when you swap a CV, but if a piece of metal goes in the diff (or the C clip breaks) you will have to completely drain the diff and fish out the piece with a magnetic pick-up tool.
Usually there is damage to the diff seal, so I guess your complete list for a CV would encompass:
CV axle
35mm hub socket
Torque wrench
long pry bar (for moving the spindle into place)
another couple of long screwdrivers to pop the axle out
magnetic pick-up
2 spare 'C' clips
gear oil (enough for two fills and a container to recover 2 drains)
2 right & 2 left diff seals (in case you mess one up
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seal puller & a means to seat them
locktite (for the lower BJ bolts)
brake cleaner
rags
FSM for torque specs (or write them/memorize them)
A hacksaw with a handful of spare blades just in case
A good headlamp just in case...
It is important to understand that the outer stub part of the CV is what retains the bearing, so if there is a catastrophic failure that prevents easily swapping the axle, the stub needs to be in there to support the bearing or you will compound your problems quickly.
Of course, always let someone know where you are going and how long it should take, broadcast that you are bing held up (even if no one replies) and monitor your radio.
