I have a CV axle from a 79 wagon that needs both boots replaced. I've replaced an inner boot on a Dodge Neon before and it went pretty smooth, so I'm not really worried about that one, but I've heard the outer joint is a little more complicated. So what are the tools/techniques required to get the outer joint apart and back together? Thanks.

You don't dissasemble the outer joint - you slip the boot down over the shaft when the inner joint is off.

 

GD

What a brilliant idea. I should have thought of that!

Thanks GD!

all you need is snap ring pliers for the inner joint , thats assuming you have the shaft off already, rock auto has the cv boot kit on sale now, beck arnley kits start at $2.58 dollars + shipping. kit includes rubber boot ,small and large otiker style clamps,snap retainer ring, and the grease.. awesome deal

i have disassembled miata CV's outer joint.. i sent the cups and balls in to be coated.

 

if they are any bit the same with the circlip at the outboard joint id think you could rebuild them. anyone know if it is possible?