Date:         Tue, 14 May 2002 16:57:05 -0700
Reply-To:     Matthew Pollard <poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU>
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From:         Matthew Pollard <poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU>
Organization: Shitbag.com
Subject:      Re: rotating cvs and axles from left to right
Comments: To: Jason Willenbrock <pooncerelli@hotmail.com>
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Ok, so the cv is still turning the same direction isn't it? Don't see
how this does anything because the angle is the same from the tranny to
the wheel. (parallelogram working here)

Now swapping sides, inner to inner, would make them go the other
direction.  That would be roughly the same as turn one around on the
same side.

Matthew

Jason Willenbrock wrote:
>
> matthew,
> i did this to my 90 gl when replacing my engine 15,000 miles ago.  i put
> inner to outer on opposite sides.  when i pulled the cv's apart i had them
> power cleaned, i noticed slight wear where the balls were riding, but
> nothing major.  so i repacked them(what a job that was!) and swapped sides
> and haven't had a problem.  the mechanics i inquired with about this job,
> suggested that i did swap them opposite sides and inny to outty.  they said
> that would allow the balls to ride on a new surface thus significantly
> extending the life of the cv's. i am sure this goes with out saying but, i
> would replace any boots that look worn as this is what keeps the dirt out
> that causes wear on the joints.
> good luck!
> jason
> 90gl
>