Date:         Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:38:15 -0400
Reply-To:     Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM>
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From:         Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM>
Subject:      Re: CV drive axle, 89 auto
Comments: To: colorworks@GCI.NET
In-Reply-To:  <CEF11024EA4E48DCA77AB85CF04B9280@troyb5bff49d63>
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I bought one of those Volks Cafe half shafts. I haven't put it in
(yet). I can say that it is definitely different than the OEM, Lobro's
and Empi's that I've used the past. It came with CV grease, AND bolts
(12 point style and they look chromed too), which is different than
half shafts I've gotten in the past, which only came with the grease.

Since I haven't installed it or stressed it I can properly give it an
evaluation, but hey, an available spare is better than none at all, if
you need one on the trail.

On Aug 23, 2009, at 10:01 PM, Troy wrote:

> Hi folks:
>
> CV's are really starting to make some noise, and for the price of
> the whole drive axle, I thought it would be easier just replace the
> whole works. Volks Cafe has the drive axle and CV for about $90 per
> side + another $20 for hardware. They state that these are made in
> China, so that certainly doesn't sound too good. Not sure of the
> brand that Go Westy sells ($150 per side) and I don't even see them
> on The Bus Depot site for autos--Ron?
>
> This is something I've never done before, so is there a how-to
> article out there I can refer to? It appears they just Bolt on, ha!,
> where have I heard that before? My transmission was replaced not too
> long ago so I don't expect I will run into stubborn bolts. If this
> literally a bolt on proposition + adding some additional grease or
> is this a job best left to a professional?
>
> Recommendations on where to buy would be helpful as well. Are the
> drive axles from Volks Cafe decent or where is the best place to
> buy? I need these a.s.a.p.
>
> Troy