Do you still have the original CV axle?
Checking them visually, and for excessive play, would be a good start. Second is the axel you used as the replacement is faulty or the wrong one for your vehicle. Do you still have the original?
Where can I get a cv shaft replaced?
There’s a shop in OK City that does nothing but replace CV shaft and they reman them on the spot if needed. They also have a machine that grinds the inner race surfaces to remove any dimples, Oversize balls are then fitted.
Is it bad luck to get Chinese axles?
I’ve had EXTREMELY bad luck with brand new Chinese axleshafts. It’s not so much the Chinese aspect, but the low quality. Many of them made noise right out of the box, or just didn’t fit correctly, for various reasons. I’ve had moderate success with store brand remanned axleshafts.
How do you remove the hub from a CV axle?
Tape the steering knuckle joint with a hammer (hitting the knuckle where the rod goes through and not the threaded portion of the tie rod) to help remove it. Unbolt the hub from the strut tower.
How does a CV axle work on a front wheel drive car?
A typical inner CV joint has three rollers on a tripod (spider) that can slide inside the CV joint housing, so the CV axle can extend or contract as needed. Typical CV axle (shaft) of a front wheel drive car with a Rzeppa outer CV joint and closed tripod-style inner joint. The inner CV joint can work under small angle too.
Why is my CV axle not working properly?
Second is the axel you used as the replacement is faulty or the wrong one for your vehicle. Do you still have the original? If so, check carefully that all the dimensions are the same.
How long does it take to change a CV axle?
If you don’t run into problems like a seized axle or joint, it should be done in an hour or less. If you have an issue, like a part that’s rusted and fused to the hub (like I recently had)]