Statistics/Poll Thread: Front driveshaft CV joint failures

[Tazzieman]

That’s definitely where the “reliable and bulletproof” image takes a big hit.

Even bulletproof armour doesn't stop bullets. Ask Elon how he knows

 

[CrazyOldMan]

im hurt.

We know that deep down, you are a sensitive and artistic soul

 

[Commodore]

Ok… we do a group buy of teraflex joints…. Like…. A lifetime supply up front. 10 each. We get a price of 100 bucks per or less, and every oil change you do your joint.

Crown already makes the same CV for under $100.

Crown Automotive 68272524FRK Crown Automotive CV Joint Repair Kits | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Crown Automotive CV Joint Repair Kits with qualifying orders of $109. Shop CV Joints at Summit Racing.

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[Gajep71]

Have my lift removed and a new front drive shaft installed by Regal. I will give this new setup (for me, vehicle had the 1.7/1.2 lift when I bought it) a chance, but if it fails again within 10k miles and no solution has been found to the issue of CV failures, I probably will have to look at another overland vehicle.

How did you make out after removing the lift? I have the same lift you have, and I'm having to replace the upper rear Rzeppa joint every 8,000 miles. I drive 1000 per week so it's pretty frequent.

 

[jvkintheusa]

How did you make out after removing the lift? I have the same lift you have, and I'm having to replace the upper rear Rzeppa joint every 8,000 miles. I drive 1000 per week so it's pretty frequent.

It is at the dealership now and should be done later this week. They had to order the factory springs. I hope it'll last longer this time (the transfer case CV boot).

 

[Tazzieman]

Crown already makes the same CV for under $100.

Crown Automotive 68272524FRK Crown Automotive CV Joint Repair Kits | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Crown Automotive CV Joint Repair Kits with qualifying orders of $109. Shop CV Joints at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

How does that one differ from the Rzeppa one they also list ($184)?