Helpful tips

How do you change the front boot on a Polaris Sportsman CV?

How do you change the front boot on a Polaris Sportsman CV?

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How do you remove CV axle from Polaris Sportsman?

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Can you use cable ties on CV boots?

You’ll be fine to do this as long as the cv joint itself isn’t knackered. A cable tie is often used.

How do you use a CV boot banding tool?

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How do you attach CV boot clips?

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Can I use a jubilee clip on CV boot?

Jubilee clips would work if they did not catch the strut (or at least in my case). You need to ensure no grease on the inside or the boot or contact area on the joint otherwise it will tend to move around and gives the impression that cable ties aren’t good enough. When clean they are more than good enough.

What is a CV boot clip?

Jubilee® constant velocity (CV) joint boot clips, in stainless steel, are needed for securing the boots that protect CV joints from contamination, retain lubricant and ensure a smooth running transmission.

How do you fit a stretch CV boot?

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Do split CV boots work?

If you use these split CV boots, you will have the same troubles I had: contaminants get inside, and if the grease is not changed, the CV joint will fail. I’ve used them maybe three times. Not had one (or the shaft they were on) fail in service. I only used them on CV joints that had small tears that seemed recent.