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Originally Posted by andrewwynn
Definitely do not use knock off axles.
The boot kits are not terribly difficult as long as the c clip releases ok as designed.
My boot was blown but I wasn't sure of the state of the bearings so for $80-90 I bought an entire OEM outer joint with boot.
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Respectfully disagree. I ended up by getting cardone axles after having massive time wasting and failures on the REIN boot replacement kits. Next time if there's a small tear in a boot I will be using RTV the right stuff over the prepped surface and monitor the repair.
With the facts of rust and age, if their's a chance like with myself the axle nut can get destroyed, the threads in the end of the axle can get seized or destroyed and then you have to order a new axle anyways.
When it comes to saving time and getting the job done right, I would argue to just get these rebuilt axles. Never heard of a long term issue with cardone axles they are very popular to be used by mechanics in professional shops.
A replacement nut and the cardone axle set me back $200 CAD. I couldn't return my axle for the core ($99) as it was destroyed in the removal process. To reboot two of the front axles for REIN parts set me back $130 CAD. I ended up being able to reboot one axle but with all the worst case things happening it took about 8 hours for one axle. The other axle I just replaced as discussed. Next time, I'm always going to replace axles rather than go through the reboot process. If you make a mistake or if the boot doesn't align or sit right, the special clamps are a one-time use and to remove and adjust you may need to get another boot kit and remove and disassemble the entire axle. Just not worth all the hassle to end up by saving $50 !