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Originally Posted by 01 BMW_X5
I used aftermarket Advanced Auto($74.99) axles over 20K miles ago.
Had a hard time seating the shaft into transfer case like Charlie said, but once I figured out what I was doing wrong was a snap.
No vibration split boots, so far.
Had to remove recently to replace oil seal on transfer case.
Remove the complete axle shaft with hub and take to a shop to press out.
Should cost no more than $45.
YMMV, I paid $15/side.
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there's an idea. I have a few neighbors with presses that might work, otherwise know a few shops that could do it easily.
Well - I ordered the Empi boots from Autohous, so I'll probably just go that route. If not, I paid $28 for 2 outters and 1 inner and could always keep them for spares.