February 11, 201412 yr Well I've been researching CV boots in preparation for my rebuild... the two most common are Dorman & Empi Dorman 614-001 neoprene outer, Dorman 614-002 silicone (heat resistant) inner EMPI 86-1028 outer 98, EMPI 86-1098 inner. No material info on EMPI but the pics they look much shorter than Dorman boots. The Dorman's look a bit longer, which I'm inclined to go with since my Brat is lifted and the inner boots seem stretched pretty good. The outter joints do not change length when lifted so no difference there IMHO. There was another Dorman boot, 03680, but not sure if it's inner, outter or rear also, it seems about 4 oz grease is what they take...any harm in extra grease?
February 11, 201412 yr yes too much grease will cause more expansion than normal. but a little more won't be a big deal obviously. some aftermarket boots don't last as long as Subaru boots so be wary of cheaper unless you don't mind replacing them every couple years.
February 11, 201412 yr Author http://www.ebay.com/itm/4pcs-Universal-Silicon-Constant-Velocity-CV-Axle-Boot-Joint-Kit-VW-BMW-Golf-Audi-/281235399898?_trksid=p2054897.l4275#ht_1504wt_1362 these look pretty tasty....but includes no grease...
February 12, 201412 yr Honestly, Subaru still sells the OEM boots (correct for 2WD/4WD and inner/outer). They run about 14-16 each? (approx) through an online OEM dealer. But my Beck/Arnley boots are holding up well, even though the clamps they give you are the inferior band clamps. Go to NAPA to grab some OEM style stainless CV clamps.
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