Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 98 1.0 CV boot life

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Tue 30 Dec 2008 11:01
98 1.0 CV boot life - bathtub tom
I changed the CVs on my daughters Micra less than a couple of years ago. I now see the new boots are starting to split.

I got the new CVs and boots from a large, local independant motor factors (they've got at least a dozen liveried vans, so I presume a lot of garages use them). They're not the cheapest around, but I've never had problems with them in the last thirty-odd years.

I've taken one CV off and checked it's fitted correctly. Also the boot. I don't see what can go wrong. The CV was 'clicked' over the circlip. The boot clips were fittted over the grooves at either end of the joint/driveshaft.

Any suggestions?

I've done a forum search, and seen the suggestions for silicone grease et al.

I've taken the car out, and can't make the CVs click on full lock in first and reverse.

She's probably changing the car in a few months. I thought I'd change them and cross my fingers that they'll last.

I wonder if Rattle wants to buy it? ;>)
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