Can you just replace the rubber boot on the ball joint?
11-08-2004, 09:55 PM
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Can you just replace the rubber boot on the ball joint?
I just got through cutting the bushings on the front of my car and was taking one last look when I noticed some grease on the inside of the rubber boot on the lower ball joints. There is a little tear at the bottom on both lower ball joint boots. I pressed on the boot and grease came out. Can I just have the boot replaced or do I have to buy new ball joints? Thanks for your help!
11-08-2004, 10:08 PM
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good question
i tore the boots on my rear upper ball joints when removing for rear end swap
i will leave for now since i do not plan on riding in the rain, but somethin will have to be done soon, and it would be a waste replacing entire unit due to the rubber cover
i will probably degrease surface and touch up with silicone sealant for now
i tore the boots on my rear upper ball joints when removing for rear end swap
i will leave for now since i do not plan on riding in the rain, but somethin will have to be done soon, and it would be a waste replacing entire unit due to the rubber cover
i will probably degrease surface and touch up with silicone sealant for now
11-08-2004, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by n2spd
I just got through cutting the bushings on the front of my car and was taking one last look when I noticed some grease on the inside of the rubber boot on the lower ball joints. There is a little tear at the bottom on both lower ball joint boots. I pressed on the boot and grease came out. Can I just have the boot replaced or do I have to buy new ball joints? Thanks for your help!
The tie rod end rubber boots can be replaced. I've done that.
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11-08-2004, 11:02 PM
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I am taking my Tahoe in for warranty work in the morning and I woul like to take my a-arms with me if I have to get new ball joints other wise I will leave them on and just change the boot.
