Results 1 to 13 of 13

Thread: CV Boot Replacement - Problems removing control arm bolts

Hybrid View

Previous Post Previous Post   Next Post Next Post
  1. #1
    Member Since
    Nov 2010
    Location
    2000 Proton, #0627
    Posts
    23
    Thanked: 0
    Interesting... I tried my impact but they were far to tight on there to budge at all. Once I used the breaker bar I did finish it off with the impact though... you are right, it is a ton easier.

    I wonder if my issue is all the oxidation that is built up on the arm is preventing me from getting a good grip with the socket. I am going to head to Harbor Freight tomorrow to see if they have a knock-off of the Snap-on low profile socket that I saw. If not I'll get a cheap socket and just grind off the bevel and see if that works for me.

  2. #2
    Member Since
    Dec 2008
    Location
    Former owner 2001, Foxfire Red, #0663
    Posts
    7,311
    Thanked: 33
    Can see narrow clearance here.
    This is a Driver's side, but I
    have a good Passenger side if you need it, just cover shipping.



    VX KAT
    ....the adventure BEGINS ANEW! ...2015......
    Remember that life is not measured in the breaths you take, but rather in the moments that take your breath away.

Similar Threads

  1. Cladding Bolts. Where can I buy them?
    By gunbarrelvx in forum VX Talk...
    Replies: 15
    Last Post: 09/26/2014, 09:15 AM
  2. CV Boot Replacement Plan - Correct me where I am wrong
    By JAMAS in forum VX Troubleshooting...
    Replies: 30
    Last Post: 05/06/2014, 12:39 PM
  3. A note on lower ball joint / control arm bolts
    By RedBlur in forum VX Troubleshooting...
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 01/06/2014, 05:06 PM
  4. Removing stubborn bolts
    By circmand in forum General Tips...
    Replies: 20
    Last Post: 08/16/2009, 11:06 PM
  5. CV Boot Replacement...or how to save $1600!!!!
    By Triathlete in forum General Tips...
    Replies: 57
    Last Post: 01/12/2009, 01:34 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  
$lv_vb_eventforums_eventdetails