I saw Triathalete's temporary duct tape fix and thought I would go one better. There is rubber plumbing tape that adheres to itself but not what it is wrapped around. That should hold the grease in until I get the new boots (& indicate if the CV's are shot).

I'll let you know.

P.S. I went to the independent4x website and didn't see ANY CV boots listed. I'll call them later though. The most common brand I've found on line is EMPI. Are they any good?