AX driveshafts
Moderator: RichardW
AX driveshafts
is it true that when you hear the driveshafts clunking when you turn the steering (while the car is moving), it's time to change the driveshafts. I've heard from a few sources that you need only to change the driveshafts's rubber gaiters and replenish the grease. I also heard from some mechanics that the cv joints can be serviced or repaired. Anybody has comments on this ?
No, the AX driveshafts don't have a removable outer CV and, unless you have it professionally overhauled, you’ll have to get a replacement unit. Having said that, my CV’s are shot but it hasn’t failed the MoT and they have clicked away on full lock for over 40k miles (two MoTs) – you just have to ensure the gaiters don’t split and the joints don’t run dry. Keep them properly greased and they’ll likely last some time yet.
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Hi, I have a similar problem with my AX, though ive driven about 20k with it making the noises! Check out the relpies i got, it ranges from the suspension through to the wheels etc.
http://www.andyspares.com/discussionfor ... IC_ID=5824
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Jonathan
95 AX Cascade 68k
87AX 11RE 135k
http://www.andyspares.com/discussionfor ... IC_ID=5824
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Jonathan
95 AX Cascade 68k
87AX 11RE 135k