Need a tool suggestion, under 25 bucks. I have my suspension out and figured I would reseal the axle's. I need special tool for the bands. Any suggestions?

They can be found on eBay, and elsewhere. Google 'cv axle boot band tool' for some links.

Napa should have them or be able to get them

Kragen have them for $5-10.

 

Note: there are at least a couple of different types. I have done numerous CV boots on my Saab and Subarus, but the last joint I bought had a different type of band, and I ended up using a pair of pliers. That worked OK but was not really very satisfactory ...

I need to change out a steering gear boot that I ripped when I changed the tranny. I that the same type of clamp "band"? Would a cv banding tool work?

I need to change out a steering gear boot that I ripped when I changed the tranny. I that the same type of clamp "band"? Would a cv banding tool work?

 

Those are ussually held by a spring.

 

If it is no good anymore, Zipties are you're friend

I need to change out a steering gear boot that I ripped when I changed the tranny. I that the same type of clamp "band"? Would a cv banding tool work?

 

i bought a replacement steering rack boot for a toyota from advance auto, it came with a black plastic wiretie / ziptie. i guess there isn't as much wear and tear as on an axle.

I use one of these:

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=38496

 

Keith