Left Outer CV Boot torn

[ValveTronic]

Left outer CV Boot is torn and I have a shimmy when I turn left while hitting the brake (like when I turn left out of a slightly down sloped driveway)... no issues doing the same on the right side.. Also, the boot has been torn for an indeterminate time so I am thinking the CV is toast.

Anyway, should i replace the left entire axle (output shaft) or just the the outer CV joint? Which is easier and will fix both both problems?

I have a 03 4.6.

[Big "J"]

Replace the entire shaft...in fact do both sides if you can afford it. The shimmy is most likely from a worn bushing or ball joint on your lower control arm and or thrust arm.

Good Luck!

[ValveTronic]

Thanks. The thrust arms are new, looking to swap out the control arms soon. If the shimmy is gone I will inspect the CV joint and either replace the whole axle or re boot it.