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turtle:
I need to replace the near side CV joint on Turtle (Tixover stickes again!!). My questions are :

1 - Do you need to replace both CV joints, or just the one?

2 - How easy or hard is it to replace?

I have managed to source a new cv joint for 56 quid and looking to fit this weekend coming, if anyone can help.

Thanks

Pauld:
Easy to do, just make sure that you put back everything in the same order, and use locktight in on the bolts.

The biggest problem is ensuring that you have the correct replacement.

Take your chassis number when buying, and don't forget the gaskets and the one shot..

They do not need to be relapced in pairs.

Good Luck!

 :lol:

Sharpshooter:
dont forget when you have fitted the new cv joint, that you check that the end float is the same on the half shaft. It should show you how to do this in a haynes manual. :D

turtle:
Many Thanks gents for your advice, I will let you know how I got on.

hobbit:
You don't have to change both is one has gone, but preventative maintenance might be advisable, would you only change one disc or set of pads for one side of an axle?

Me personally would do the pair, same as track rod ends etc

Kev

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