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Old 10-12-2013, 12:56 AM
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quick method, less than 1 hour total

I just replaced the drivers side outer boot in less than an hour. A year or two ago I did the front right outer boot using the method where you take off the axle nut. This method is so much easier. A few notes. Remove the suspension strut with a 16mm and 18mm socket. Use the vise grip and large screwdriver to take the play out of the system. I then used a brass 3/4" by 10" long drift with a 3lb hammer. After 2-3 hits, the joint came apart. The rest is just dirty work. The trick is the preload the joint and then hit with a hammer. Also, when putting the splined shaft back into the joint, use a small screw driver to compress the c clip in the groove.
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