Replace whole axle or just cv boots?

[Scarface]

I just bought a second accord and it makes a cracking noise when I make turns going slowly. I was about to change the whole axle but is it neccessary? Or could I just replace the cv boots? Thanks

[Vinny]

Its cheaper and easier to change the whole axle since you can pick them up new for around 50-60 bucks with a lifetime warranty

[shepherd79]

ifyou go to autoparts stores, you will find that outside CV joint will cost about $80-90.
when you can get the hole axel for $50-60.

[k-roy]

If you want to go cheap you could wipe off the cv with a clean rag. Don't use any cleaners or degreasers. Then repack it with bearing greese and put a new boot on. The ideal thing to do would be to replace the whole axle since it is making noise.

[dXsquared]

your shaft is FUCKED... too much dirt got in, so now its worn out... you buy a boot when you catch it before its making noise.. go pickup a whole new shaft and replace it... even with new grease, teh shaft will get progressivly louder adn louder and more unsafe

[Scarface]

Thanks Guys! Im going out right now to go buy new axles. Thanks!

[pimp86LX]

thats what i did kroy, but mine wasnt making noise so thats why i repacked it. It got another 20,000km on that axle too!