Seaway Posted July 13, 2015 Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 I have tried searching and can't seem to find the correct answer - I need a right CV axle for my 1998 V70 T5 Manual and from what I can gather it is a different part than what is used in the auto trans cars? Is this correct? Anyone have a part number or a link? FCP doesn't make a distinction and IPD pulled the same part regardless of what trans I listed. Just hoping to only have to order it once. I don't have to replace CV axles in pairs or anything, do I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyb5 Posted July 13, 2015 Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 Correct, they're different parts; but they're interchangeable, which is why IPD and FCP don't make a distinction between the two. The OEM manual version has a larger diameter center shaft than the automatic version, but every other part is the same so the axles can be swapped without consequence.You don't have to replace axles in pairs, but if one has failed due to age/mileage, the other probably isn't far behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 So I will be fine with an axle specified for an automatic? The boot has ripped and is slinging grease an every once in a while there is noise at full steering lock, so it seems like I should go ahead and replace the whole axle. Forgive my dumb questions, I have never done anything to an axle on any car, so I am trying to figure it all out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikv11 Posted July 13, 2015 Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 You are on the case, auto is fine.The only reason the axle failed is the split boot and dirt got in there, if you can keep an eye on the other side and replace the boot(s) right when or before it splits, then the driver's axle may well last a very long time. The P80 axles almost never just wear out (although a few have broken), rather get lost due to dirt getting in the CV.The aftermarket axles are mostly crap but you don't have much choice, raxles.com probably won't rebuild it any more. I did hear about another good rebuilder but I can't remember the name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 Great, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 Just picked up an axle at NAPA for $50 and a $63 core charge. With any luck I will be able to get it on tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2015 Tried to do this job last night. Had all the parts I needed, had some water to drink because it was pretty humid, I was in a great mood and ready to get dirty. Put the socket on the axle nut, attached the breaker bar, put a pipe over the breaker bar and pushed down for about 4 seconds before the breaker bar broke. The good news is that it broke before I did anything, so I was able to simply clean up and go home. Downside is I need a new breaker bar and a new 3/4" to 1/2" socket converter since the one I borrowed now has the a hunk of metal stuck in it from the breaker bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2015 I broke another breaker bar. This one a nice Snap On unit. Looks like it is time for a pro to give it a try. I have soaked it for two days with PB Blaster with no luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIZIO AKA 1 HND MEC Posted July 18, 2015 Report Share Posted July 18, 2015 STOP BREAKING BARS!Have the socket with you, stop by a tire shop and get loose that nut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikv11 Posted July 18, 2015 Report Share Posted July 18, 2015 For axle nuts, an impact, is a much, much better way to go than a breaker bar. My cheapo, Harbor Freight corded impact has done probably 10 axles now, never had a problem getting the nut off.But the shop's quality air tool will do it effortlessly, agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2015 That is the direction I will go. I tried to get a mechanic I know to take it off on Friday, but he wanted to do the whole job and I didn't want to pay. Tire shop it is! There is actually a guy around the corner from me who may be willing to help out. Thanks for the tip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaway Posted July 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2015 Finally got it done. Tire shop got the axle nut off, and the rest was a breeze. The old axle had holes in both boots. After I got it all back together I took a ride on the highway and the vibration I had between 50-60 is all but gone. No more clicking and clunking either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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