The link below proves why Internet is dangerous place to get and follow the advice. I was horrified to see the barbaric treatment of a very delicate part.
My teacher Ieronim Ioachim Hagedorn Freicherr von Steinhofen would have said "Only in America" and suffer nervous breackdown.
Why not to see a professional mechanic with a heavy German accent?

Dave Perry wrote:

Hi guys Check this site out for a great, fully illustrated guide on how to change CV joints. The car in question is a Jetta, but the principles are universal. Full colour, and full of useful tips-definitely worth a look! All the best, Dave Perry 87 Syncro

http://user.icx.net/~penclnck/gauges/cv2.htm