ATV CV boots question.

[mello_collins]

I was given an older ATV to use where I hunt as long as I fixed it up. Ordered tires and a carb. replaced fuel lines. Cleaned most everything.

I have a handle on most of the issues but three of the front cv boots are torn. The rears boots seem to be good as they were replaced two years ago before the machine was parked in the back of the barn. Thee grease is still in the joints. I think they tore when we first moved it to be honest. It is a polaris. Factory replacements are approximately 45 dollars a piece. Are any of the aftermarket ones worth a damn?


Any recommendations or info on which ones to avoid is appreciated.

[Tha Dick]

I’d try here. Everything I’ve got from them is good stuff.

https://www.superatv.com/search?q=cv...ion=correction

[Chasbeau1]

Depending on model/availability it may make more sense just to replace the axles completely. When you factor in the time to disassemble the joints, replace the boots, re-grease and reassemble it is not much more money to have a brand new axle that you know is going to have a strong joint. Also, a lot depends on your time availability as well.

[SilverFox]

Depending on model/availability it may make more sense just to replace the axles completely. When you factor in the time to disassemble the joints, replace the boots, re-grease and reassemble it is not much more money to have a brand new axle that you know is going to have a strong joint. Also, a lot depends on your time availability as well.

This... boots are a pain

[CurLee]

Buy aftermarket boots and the tool to crimp the correct clamps. Don't use zip ties or hose clamps.

There was a time that I replaced CV boots on vehicles regularly until the aftermarket became flooded with cheap asian CV axles and it was cheaper, considering the labor involved, to replace. I'd rather protect a quality OEM joint with a new boot than replace with new axles made from recycled shitty appliances.

[DRDUCK]

This... boots are a pain

Yep

[DRDUCK]

And listen to Curlee

[Saltydog235]

Buy aftermarket. I just had to replace them on my Gator. The first side took me about 1.5hrs to figure out and reassemble. The second side I was done with in 30 minutes. It’s not that hard when you get it down.

[2thDoc]

https://scducks.com/forum/showthread...s-blown-engine

could you steal something off of here before reeltight comes to get it without him knowing?
its beside my barn. 5 finger discount if you hurry....

[jwilliams]

Not sure I would classify the Polaris OEM axles/bearings/Joints as quality. Love my polaris but that has never been a strong point with them

[FULLCHOKE]

I had the same issue with my older 2005 Polaris 400. I looked into replacement of just the boots and it looked intensive, it looked easier to just replace the entire axle. I never got around to fixing them but was told by the dealer as long as you're not going crazy mudding in it, it's not too big of a deal them being cracked. I used mine on a lease just getting to the stand and riding roads. Had it for two years and never was an issue.

[buckpro]

I’d try here. Everything I’ve got from them is good stuff.

https://www.superatv.com/search?q=cv...ion=correction

This! the new polaris ones don't flex like i think they should.

[mello_collins]

Thanks all. Bought new cheap axels and will get the old ones inspected and if still good, replace the boots and have a spare set