I have a split - actually detached - CV boot on the driver's side that I need to get fixed. I've heard it's just as well to get the whole axle half shaft for that side replaced. Any other work that should be done at the same time? Is there a seal or something where that shaft meets the transmission? or stabilizer bar bushings? 1995 4cyl
Cardone Selects are new halfshafts with lifetime warranty (check the parts store you buy them from). So why not? Also replace the axle seal while at it. Sure, the bushings too. Good time to check ball joint and other control arm bushings as well.
I both repack and use new. You'll save some money but takes more time to repack.
I believe that at that mileage it would be a good move to have both sides done with a replacement half-shaft complete. The reason is that the cost is comparable to having just a boot done, and you have new rubber, grease and good CVs for the next 195 K.
There is no other work that especially needs to be done with it, the ball joints are long-lived on this car.
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