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Date:         Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:07:31 -0400
Reply-To:     Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Lower ball joint boot question
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Question on lower  ball joint boot.


        My 84  has a ripped lower ball joint boot.  I’m wondering if I can replace it and try to save and just clean and re grease the lower ball joint. 


Or, do I have to replace the ball joint?


My thinking is I might be able to do the boot myself, but likely not the lower joint.  And, I’d like to keep the German ball joint rather than a replacement.


Thoughts on the idea of fixing the boot? 


And description of the job would be greatly appreciated.  
 For new listers, I’m blind so video’s or pictures don’t help.  I need a verbal description.


Also, source for quality boots appreciated. 


I’m thinking I would replace both sides as the other is intact but I suspect ready to fail. 


Eric Caron 
84 Vanagon.
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