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Replacing CV boot----Affect alignment?

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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 11:00 AM
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Default Replacing CV boot----Affect alignment?

Does removal of half shaft for boot replacement require disconnecting any suspension parts that would neccessitate realignment of front end.?
(Going to dealer tomorrow.)
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 11:10 AM
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If they just pop the ball joint free, then no. If the unbolt the ball joint at it's base then possibly yes, but it's pretty easy to put those back where they are as the 3 washers leave clear marks on the A arm...
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Thanks, I understand.
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 12:28 PM
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Remove the complete axle from the inner joint as well is another option. This won't require any alignment either.
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Why is it being replaced? Ripped? Damaged?
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Default It fatigued out and has a separation all way around at the small end.

By the way, your car is identical to mine. Looks great.
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 01:11 PM
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I always thought denim blue was the most attractive color. How many miles? What were the symptoms?
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I was removing wheels to clean backsides, and found grease inside wheel. 42000 mi.
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