dust boots...stupid question
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They do more than keep dust and grim out, they also keep grease in. You can replace the boots (I did on my tie rod), but for things like the ball joints you might as well replace them while you're there. If your boots are gone then your joints likely aren't far behind.
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Where did you get the boots for the tie rods?
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These are the ones I used. Getting the retainer rings back on takes a bit of work. I couldn't do it myself and I had to have my mechanic do it. He had some special tool so he could get it easier than I could. If I were you then I would make sure that the joints are still tight before spending the money to replace the boots. Pack them with extra grease while you're in there too. I used the same grease that I use for my driveshaft.
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Dorman Tie Rod End Boot New 13561 | eBay
These are the ones I used. Getting the retainer rings back on takes a bit of work. I couldn't do it myself and I had to have my mechanic do it. He had some special tool so he could get it easier than I could. If I were you then I would make sure that the joints are still tight before spending the money to replace the boots. Pack them with extra grease while you're in there too. I used the same grease that I use for my driveshaft.
These are the ones I used. Getting the retainer rings back on takes a bit of work. I couldn't do it myself and I had to have my mechanic do it. He had some special tool so he could get it easier than I could. If I were you then I would make sure that the joints are still tight before spending the money to replace the boots. Pack them with extra grease while you're in there too. I used the same grease that I use for my driveshaft.
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