95 SE - CV Axle Question

Jan 23, 2004 3 Replies

The last time I visited the dealer to clear my check engine light, the diagnosis was a failed O2 sensor. During this visit I had O2 sensor replaced and I was also advised that both my front CV axles need to be replaced. The dealer quoted a total cost for the CV Joint work of $640.



I visited a few auto repair shops and got quotes in the range of $300 to $350 to replace both CV axle assemblies. Does anyone have any advice or experience with after market replacement parts or (remanufactured OEM) CV Axle Parts.



I purchased my 1995 SE (w/ manual trans) new and plan on keeping it for at least another 2-3 years. It runs great and currently has about 155 K miles on it.



Thanks in advance for any input.


Get remanufactured ones that have a lifetime warrantee. The labor should be 1-1 1/2 hours. As stated earlier, you may as well get new axles seals--sometimes they get damaged taking the axles out anyways. If you want quality axles, see

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Also, make sure your grease seals in the the transmission housing are in good shape. This could be a source for slow, seaping leaks if the new axles are just a few thousandths smaller or the seal is worn.

Chris

90 & 94 GXE's

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