CVs for dummies

[tom4bren]

My inner CVs are shot so I've been trying to get smart about CVs. Just trying to discuss it with any of the shops is a problem because I'm not sure of what to call some of the components. A brief web search got me some of the info that you MAY find interesting.

I compiled it into a pdf file. PM me if you want me to email it to you or tell me how to post it so Y'all can get to it. It talks about how they work, what can go wrong, what the symptoms are and what the repair options are.

The picture shows the components. My Inner Race and Housing are both showing wear.

BTW, one source listed in the pdf file was www.thecvman.com but they couldn't help - they had never heard of a VehiCross.

[rowhard]

Ask them if they have ever heard of a Isuzu Trooper? Someone here said it (Vehicross) is based on the 2 door model of the Trooper.

The file you put together, maybe think about uploading it here. If you send it to Scott, he certainly would if it's a good write-up

[CrnCnn]

Ask them if they have ever heard of a Isuzu Trooper? Someone here said it (Vehicross) is based on the 2 door model of the Trooper.

Is the drivetrain the same then? This is my first Isuzu so I know nothing about the interchange capability. I couldnt buy CV's for the trooper and install them?

[Chopper]

This is essentially a JDM, 2 door Trooper with a body kit, and suspension upgrades.

[tom4bren]

Rowhard,

It's possible the CVs are the same but I seriously doubt the axles are the same length. If anyone knows for sure, please let me know. There doesn't appear to be any cross reference at any of the places I've talked to.

How 'bout that, the pdf uploaded here. I would have sworn it was too big (that's what I get for thinking instead of checking).

The write up has some duplication because I didn't have a chance to edit it properly but the symptoms section I found informative.

[tom4bren]

Again with the thinking instead of checking. I've made this incredibly harder than it needed to be. Thanks to Swordy I checked at the Auto Zone right around the corner from me and they can have me a set of rebuilds next day for $300. I even get $100 back on core charges which should pay for the install since I'll probably wuss (sp?) out and get the front end shop to do it (too many other projects ongoing: deck, landscape, plumbing ...).

BTW, you can also order online at www.autozone.com

[tom4bren]

The saga continues. Auto Zone told me on the phone that they were in stock but by the time I made it to the store to order/pay for them, they were out.

I ordered a set of used ones from a place in OK. I'll install them and then use my cores to find a place that can rebuild them.

Y'all are probably getting tired of this thread so I'm not planning on any more posts to it until I actually get the rebuilds in hand.