TOYOTA OWNERS! Never Replace Your Leaky Axle | Fix Them Instead!
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- Опубликовано: 7 июн 2024
- A Toyota specialist shares an important tip on Toyota and Lexus Axles. Never replace your leaking axle with an aftermarket one or worse a super expensive original one!
Toyota makes a CV Boot kit that comes with the original boots and everything you need to replace them. This kit is usually inexpensive and if you catch the axle leak in time, can save the original axle that otherwise would easily last the life of the vehicle.
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0:00 Axle Boot Kit Information
1:18 Axle Leak Example and Leak Criteria
2:03 Preparing to Remove the Axle
4:47 Toyota Axle Design
6:42 Axle Half Removal
9:19 Axle Tear Down
17:08 New Axle Boot Kit Contents
18:34 Important CV Clamp Information
22:28 CV Boot Tool Information and Tool Demo
24:17 Reassembly Continues
30:53 Reinstallation Tips
36:56 Different Model Differences 
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As a retired educator of 38 years, I am impressed with how descriptive your vocabulary is when it comes to describing the mechanical process involved in your videos. You are a master mechanic who just happens to be a master at educating us in how to fix, replace and repair very complicated car problems. Addressing these difficult issues with the right attitude, demeanor and determination makes us all feel we can be successful DIY selfers! Thanks for being such a great example to all of us!
You said what all true viewers are thinking, plus I must add in the OCD and working on LEXUS, perfect combination
You said it right. This man absolutely deserves the title "Master Mechanic". He's setting a great example for anyone working in that trade, and doing us DIYers one hell of a favor by sharing his knowledge.
And no swear words either!!
I agree except hammering the thriple bearing in the inner cv joint.
Impact hammering the inside part will not affect it but hammering the bearing is no no action.
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As a entry level technician who has a particular interest in Toyotas, each time I watch one of his videos, it feels like I’m going to tech school online covering a curriculum one video at a time. Amazing stuff always.
Exactly. Me too. I'm a car guy, and qualified (ex) diesel technician, but love watching his channel a lot!
Wish I could work there ☺
I’m with you guys, I own my own 2 bay 2 man auto repair shop, and whenever we have a Toyota comming in for a complicated repair, I have my tech. Watch his vid. Even if it’s a quick breeze through refresher type thing. This guy is top notch , I wish he worked for me!
Mate honestly you will learn soooo much more from a guy like this than those useless workshop trainer vids. But good to learn the oem way first, then stop think about it ll the stuff you learnt and see what you can improve for you.
Your videos are so interesting. I don’t work on cars, but seeing something done well is satisfying. Look forward to every video. 👌🏻
THIS is the mechanic I would want working on my vehicle.
He knows, down to the tiniest detail, exactly what needs to be done, and how to do it. He doesn't rush, and he doesn't take shortcuts. He uses the right tools and is careful and meticulous every step of the way.
There are few mechanics that have this level expertise, skill and care.
Lots of them exist the problem is getting them to spend as much time and take as much care on the 5th or 9th car of the day as they did the first. Or getting them to care about any of them as much as their own
@@rockydubois1052 has to do with pay.......as the dealer is concerned with hours produced.-and the tech makes a fraction.....
Not all dealers Have all the tools. I never saw one of those crimp tools. I dont miss working on cars at a dealers--PAY SUCKED.
@@harryharry3193 I agree. We have a money obsessed culture and it takes people's focus away from doing quality work. This applies to almost everything, not just mechanic work. It bugs the hell out of me.
I hope you enjoy having the wrong grease in your cv axles LOL
Part of the blame goes to the customers who are price obsessed. Doing work this way with ONLY factory parts costs almost double. Most(sadly) will not pay the price for this quality of work. The other part of the blame goes to mechanics short of ethical behavior and shortcutting their work to pad their profits. What came first...chicken or egg.
I was a master technician for over 30 years and have done many many axles, CV joints and boots and yet when I watch this man, I always learn something new and valuable. Another great video, thank you.
As a former gradeschool coach and sub teacher for over a decade, i really appreciate your calm and descriptive teaching style. Lots of uus really learn alot from your videos. thanks for sharing. :)
What a blessing to have someone so talented teach the correct way to repair.
I like that
I completely agree, I'm 47 and really try to replicate his teaching style. Very detailed yet interesting and calm. Great job.
👍🏼.
toyota is trash cars....
As a Certified Toyota Tech, you did a great job explaining the reasons you are performing the repairs in a certain way.
As a certified Toyota Tech, can you tell us which grease goes where 😂
@@jessemoral394 sadly he doesn’t know
@@jessemoral394 my guess is the thicker grease goes on the spider as it has to slip back in to the part on the car. The other side, the boot gets sealed so it won't leak out.
@@jessemoral394 If you order (I did) the Toyota kits (mine is for 4th gen. 4Runner), each individual boot is packed with a packet of grease as well as clamps/snap rings. My inner kit has the lighter colored grease. (FYI..my inner boots were torn....outer boots looked fine (they were Toyota boots)....but decided to replace them as I figured the "labor" is the most difficult and time consuming part of the job....hope this helps..
Outer spiders are more movable than inner spider, therefore, thinner grease is applied the outer one.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this mechanic, Consumers would definitely be more willing to bring their cars into shops if all mechanics were like this
That's an excellent point!
Absolutely. 100%
Driveshaft grease. First of all, I really enjoy the channel and all the shared information. I like to share my knowledge and hope you accept and appreciate this. Regarding the brown and black grease, there is actually a distinct difference. But first about the driveshaft itself, Toyota allocated the grease correctly, so the black grease in the CV joint and the brown grease in the Tripod joint. This is also visible in the video, the brown grease is in the tripod and black is in the CV joint. Ok, now for the difference. The theory is that the tripod needle bearings need a lithium soap based grease, so grease without solid particles or basically a thick oil. The CV joint is more robust in design and are able to deal with the Mos2 fortification. Without going in too much details and the literature, please assume the black grease is in fact MoS2 fortified grease and needs to go into the CV joint.
Thank you .. I was dumbfounded to hear him say there is no difference and then proceed to load the two exactly backwards .. they are not the same, great explanation between the two.
I can say first hand that even after 230k miles you can pull off the boots and tell the difference. I’m literally wrapping up this job on a pair of axles this evening.
I would agree. The black heavy grease will be a higher level of black moly grease, so I would put the heavy grease in the outer joint For the Barfield style joint. The tripod with the small roller bearings under the large rollers i would use the thinner grease so it would actually pentrate and actually lubricate the small needle bearings.
Hello, I work in a company that produces axles for most car makers, brown grease is always used for spiders (tripod) and black, gray grease for joint with balls. Different manufacturers use different grease, but the color relationship is always the same.
Totally agree.
This guy is such a great teacher. Explains everything slowly and in detail.
One of the best mechanics I've ever seen. Myself included I've been working on cars for over 40 years and I'm truly impressed. Thank you so much for your videos.
he was banging the hell out of the axle spider. that thing is junk.
OMG this guy is freaking awesome, easy to understand, concise with details....wish I could have him as my mechanic!
I've "aged" out of most DIY car projects. I happened onto your videos and kept watching them because you have the skills of a surgeon, albeit on Toyotas. I find your work to be so skillful you make it look effortless even though I know it is not.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as well!
LOL! I totally agree...I've also "aged out" for many of these projects. Especially something like this, rolling around on the ground as DIY'er and horsing around messy, heavy components. :)
Amen! The last intense job I did on our cars was replacement of a clutch in my son's Acura Integra. I actually pulled a muscle in my face trying to get the clutch to line up. It made rebuilding the hybrid battery on the 2002 Prius seem easy by comparison. I have to rely on others for the brute force work now that I am in my 70s.
Hope he can come home to Iraq one day
@AQ-ep3rt So true...I'm 61 and I'm just about done with fixing cars.
I love how positive and calm you are even with how obviously difficult this whole entire thing is. You give us hope 😀 Kudos to the camera man as well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!
Sr. You are an outstanding person. I’m a DIY type but seek the help of a knowledgeable person when I need it.
I Do Not trust stealerships. Toyota of Colorado Springs,CO once gave me an estimate to replace The Rack an Pinion, battery, and quite a few more pieces on my Tundra. It was about $6-7k. I declined! Years later, I bought the rack and took it to a shop to have installed, the shop asked me why I replaced it if there was nothing wrong with it. I replace the battery 5 years later, it never failed when Toyota wanted to replace it.
I appreciate your knowledge and honesty when explaining the process of the repairs you do.
Thank you,
Herbert
I have watched hundreds, if not thousands of hours of educational video on cars and information technology, and this sir is one of the best I've seen. People like you, sir, who share their knowledge from years of experience make the world a better place. Thank you!
Excellent video! I don’t even own a Toyota right now. But your calm demeanor and how you explain each step, I still feel like I’m learning something important, and is why I watched the entire 40 minute video! Keep up the great work!
Well Stated!!!
I do most of my own car repairs. I don't even have a Toyota at this time but I still enjoy watching your videos. Thats how much I respect your work. Great job my friend!
What is your brand of Choice. I have been getting nothing but new Honda's starting back in 1987.
I found the Toyota to be a bit bland and soft. Later on in life I purchased my first new Toyota Camry. At that point I liked it more than the Honda. It was a smoother quieter ride mellowed out overtime.
Where can I just a clamp not working right now I have a 2014 Toyota Camry
Thank you, your a blessing to all of us diy people that need to save money. You are very thorough and precise, even down to the different greases. Thank you a million. My brother in-law has stage 4 cancer and I need to do this today so they can drive to Chicago tomarrow. It may be my wife's last time to be with him, he's going fast it seems. You've help a lot of people over this chanel. Bless you and your business. God be yith you. If you ever need anything from Prescott Valley AZ were here for you. Thanks Troy.
I wish I had seen your video before. I spent hours hammering the whole axel out only to find that I couldn't remove one side. Bought aftermarket one that now sounds like it grinds when braking. I'll have to find the pieces to the original one. Great instructor. You are a natural!
THIS is why I truly enjoy subscribing to your channel. Your videos are always informative, straight to the point, and practical for the DIY mechanic. Outstanding!
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It's a pleasure to watch a master mechanic perform and thoroughly explain this replacement. I'm a DIYer and this video, as fascinating as it was to watch, showed me I never want to do this repair myself. You are a great representative for the quality of Toyota mechanics.
Ooof.. Don't strike the C.V joint like that with a steel hammer.. i first try a dead blow lead shot type hammer.. if that doesn't do it.. i then use a brass drift punch on the very center of the cage that is on the shaft and strike the brass drift with a steel hammer or brass hammer... and slightly strike it back and forth on all sides while pulling up on it.. i have also used a short piece of 2x4 to catch the outer part of the joint where he had the rag over it...and then hit the 2x4 with a hammer.... but NEVER use a steel hammer directly on the joint.. no.. not even with a rag over it.. I'm a Toyota and A.S.E Master as well.. with over 35 years in the field... I'm not trying to be an ass.. but i disagree with the way he handled that.. just saying...
@@pseudosmith9945 yes question I have 3 Toyotas I have a 2000 Tacoma and a 1986 Celica gts i take all three of my vehicle to to the dealership talking about my 2000 Tacoma I took it to the dealership to have the cv boot replace as usual but the dealership told me that the they were frozen or sieged something like that ok and needed to replace the entire axel I had no problem with that they attempted to order the Toyota replacement but unavailable soo they went with after market parts not a fan of after market parts but had no choice and basically the same thing with my 1986 Celica just recently same thing exactly any suggestion thank you
@@jameseverly8501 yes.. parts have gotten difficult to get these days.. go ahead and run those shafts since you have to but just keep an eye out for any vibration/shaking that may appear after the replacement with those after market shafts which could cause bearing/seal wear in the hubs and/or transaxle.. have them order the factory units and notify you when they come in if you are having problems with the aftermarket ones or just WANT the factory ones.. generally. If they are bad.. you'll notice right off.. look up factory Toyota parts on the internet and there are sites you can buy factory parts. I have bought some from Marrietta Ga all the way to Texas before.. You can even call a dealership in another state that may have them in stock and have them shipped to you, you could install them yourself or have a reputable shop do so for you.. good luck and hope this helps.. 👍
Yeah, I thought I wanted to until I watched how complicated it is. It made me appreciate quality mechanics that much more.
@@pseudosmith9945 I am with you, that steel hammer no. I will be soon making Lead hammers and selling on Ebay. I have the old cast Iron mould.... I use 1/2" Pipe with a tee... pour the hot lead !! Use heavy dead blow or plastic hammers...
This guy is the best. Very professional and informative. He takes his time and explain everything clearly. I hope he continue to do educational videos. We need more people just like him. Job well done. Thank you for everything.
Many thanks from a UK 2013 Prius owner! I damaged the inner left-hand side CV boot when I was replacing the lower suspension arm a few weeks ago, and the the UK dealer quoted 723 pounds incl VAT for supplying the whole axle, and 99 pounds for the boot kit (parts only). I fitted an aftermarket boot today after removing the axle, and fortunately my spider was really easy to come off, so the job went quite quickly. Your video told me what to expect before I started, and was a great help.
I am continually impressed by your depth of knowledge, calm, well-paced delivery, and the camera work.
I've done this job many times with my volkswagens. Disassembled the bearings, thoroughly cleaned them, then struggled to reassemble the outer cage and six balls to the inner portion. Your way is much easier. Never let a little pitting of the balls prevent me from reusing the bearings.
I do alot of diy. I enjoy the learning experience and saving a load of money. Your presentation is very educating and entertaining. Great job!
Exceptionally great videos all the time!!!!
With all due respect, I would wail on the inner joint yoke from the forged area around the center spline hole instead of the precision bearings. Maybe a socket of the proper size would work for this. Love the videos and great advice.
I was thinking the same thing. He is sooo smart I can't believe he did that and the fact that more people don't say something. He just put 50,000 extra miles on it... everyone has flaws just like me :)
I use brass hammer for things like that. It won't damage the steel parts.
The rag doesn't provide sufficient cushion or isolation.
The force still be transmitted through the bearings. This could put flats on the bearings. Brass hammers are great for many tasks though. @@andrewjones2167
@@andrewjones2167 Yeah, i was a bit surprised at that as well, just using the rag. I realize they are hardened but it made me wonder if there was any visible damage.
I agree , impressed with his past videos . Very surprised when installing the spider. Also when removing that same part would a modified puller have worked?
I'd put the crimp 180 degrees from each other for optimum balancing lol. Great video. I'll be doing this on my GX470 soon and definitely appreciate the video walkthrough.
AMD, as usually, this video and you sharing your knowledge, tips and experience are SO INCREDIBLY HELPFUL! I wish you were here so I can have your shop service my Toyota and Lexus. You're awesome!
Another GREAT video by you guys!!! The calm demeanor and camera work really are geared to educate anyone having to look into cv axle repair/replacement.
I cannot thank you enough for all of your videos!!!
Excellent video and very thorough detailed explanation on all steps involved in this job. I agree that Toyota parts are far superior to aftermarket. I’d recommend making sure you have an original Toyota axle in the vehicle. Someone had already replaced my LX470 with aftermarket and it was leaking……not sure the boot job is worth it on an aftermarket axle. I ended up getting a new Toyota axle to be safe. Again great work. Appreciate you!
HI there CCN. I hope all is well. I could watch your repair videos all day long. I'm not really a DYI'er but I enjoy seeing how all this stuff works! Thanks for making these videos! SHINE ON!
Toyota axle boots replaced was excellent. Im 74 and was a licensed Honda tech. All products literally. Also retired corporate.
Great job and superp repair. I'm not doing that much anymore but still service my products.
Love the fact you stress OEM replacement products and the Toyota boot clamp special tool. Decided to view this while eating but watched it till you were done. You like what your doing that's for sure. Kudos!
I'm still a fan of Toyota and their Corolla. 50 million made and under other names as well, not seen in North America.
Thanks for this. While doing the undercarriage inspection while the oil drained from our Prius last month I saw the boots were getting dry and starting to crack. Not enough to leak, but enought to know I should expect them to go bad in the next year or two. Knowing that's coming some day, this video was timely and great to watch. God bless!
Dear Mr. Care Care Nut,
Thank you so much for making this videos and educating us Toyota and Lexus owners. As many of your views said before, you are a master mechanic and educator sir. Thank you.
My Issue: I just discovered that the inner boot on both right and left front side CV axles on my 2008 urban edition 4runner is cracked and leaking grease. I discovered this when I was charging the gear oils in the front, rear differentials and transfer case.
Recent repairs: Prior to this (March 2023) I took it to the Toyota dealership head gasket replacement, all 4 shocks and rear brakes, which came up to around $5700, which drained my car maintenance budget for the year.
2 Options: After viewing your video, you suggested a more cost effective option, of a boot replacement job. So I have decided to take it back to the dealer to have them change the axle seals (left and right) and do a reboot job on the axles.
Cost and time: However, Im not sure of the cost of the seal replacement, reboot kit, and labor for this job, as compared to replacing the seal, new axles and labor.
Question: Can you give me a ball-pack price and time breakdown for both options?
Excellent presentation! Attention to detail and very thorough from start to finish. Learned a lot about proper disassembly and assembly especially the different clamps, grease, tools, etc. Thank you!
When ever I separate an inner sliding pot/plunge joint I always make sure that each one of the needle roller bearings goes back into the same slot it came out of.
Also re the different grease types. The outer CV joint is designed to have the thick black Molly grease but the inner sliding pot/plunge joint uses the more viscous creamy lighter grease because it can lubricate the needle rollers easier because of it's ability to move around easily.
yes, changed boots on the rear axle on my st185 as a precaution, the information as he said is hard to get, as there is nothing on the topic. The black grease is molybdenum grease which is for the outer axle, and the lighter grease is Polyurea grease, which is a lower NGLI grease that turns more liquidy at higher temperature to supposedly prevent the needle bearings from burning up from the movements. If my memory recalls correctly, I've read something about SAAB changing the grease from Polyurea to simple moly grease for the inner axle for ease of use/cost efficiency or something, however I don't remember if it made them last less. It's a shame some technical topics/questions just end at "Just use the grease in the packaging" "Just buy some CV joint grease" when you can clearly see there is a difference in the grease, it might work, but is it right? I want my axles to last as long as possible since there are not dimes a dozen of them.
This is my understanding as well. Even in this video, you can actually see that the grease from the old CV joint is thicker.
Thank you for sharing! When I fixed my Tacoma, it took many curse words and strikes from hand tools to get the spider off. It took forever. Most people share videos on how to simply replace the entire axle. This is MUCH better than removing the entire axle just to repair the boots. Thank you!
This guy is the best, and willing to freely show and reveal his knowledge to benefit all of us. And that is priceless , God bless you brother.
Thank you again for your great videos. You aren't kidding about non-OEM "rebuilt" drive axles. When I worked in the auto parts buisness, they were referred to as "spray and pray" axles. The old axles were steam cleaned, rebooted, and sprayed with paint and the seller prayed they did not came back under warranty.
If you find a worn CV joint, the best option is to replace just the joint and boot on the axle with OEM new.
Very professionally done & equally honestly explained! If you were in front of me physically I might salute you for these qualities! May you live a happy, healthy & long life with your loved ones! May the ALLSH bless you always!
Superbly shot, edited and explained ... you've gone done it again AMD - the pride you take in your work shows ...
Thank you a million for such an excellent video! It was a little late for me, the same thing happened to my Camry and I threw away my original axles just because I saw the broken boots. and I put in some replacements that only lasted 1 year. At the end of having the same thing happen for 3 consecutive years, buy the originals. and with your video, I learned that in the future only use the repair kit and leave the original one that I just bought. But it wasn't $400.. it was $685 that they charged for the driver side shaft. But, thank you again because you are a true mechanic. God bless you for being a blessing to many.
Hello, first off I wanna say I’m glad you’re sharing your knowledge with folks… makes me happy when people are involved with their own repairs…I’ve been working for Toyota for almost 3 decades ..I just wanted to add a few correction.. if you don’t mind, not sure if you over looked them but.. the grease was not installed in the correct order the clear brownish grease goes in the inner boot and the thicker grease goes in the outer. If you noticed. When you removed both boots the outer grease was thick and the inner grease was dripping..
you forgot to remove air that gets traps when installing boots, this will cause boots to expand and rupture under high rpm .
You mentioned vibration when installing after market,, that is correct but you also made a mistake by not marking the position of the inner joint when removing it, that will cause vibration .. last , when you installed the outer boot and the rusted pain chipped it got caught under the boot were the clam goes.. it’s going to leak ….
3 decades! Seems like someone who knows Toyotas like the back of their hand haha! Read your comment and was wondering (going to do this job myself), what do you mean by marking the position of the inner joint? Thanks!
- Fellow Toyota lover
What is the procedure to remove air from the boots?
I know this is an ancient post to reply to - but basically, you put a paint mark across the two sides of the CV joint to make sure the axle goes back into the same alignment - there are three ways that the tulip can fit into the inner joint.
This keeps any factory balance that was done.
Oh.... That would be a pain to put on the thinner grease in the inner boot if we are not taking out the whole axle assembly.
The speed and level of detail you give during your demonstration is perfect. If only my first year instructors had been like you, I would have picked up the 'pro-tips' that you make like never throwing out old parts during re & re just in case you need to reference parts size or location as stated around 7:13
I'm not a DIY but I really enjoy watching you videos! Your descriptions as you progress through your video's is amazing. Thank you for your for sharing your wisdom and knowledge.
I love my 2009 Tundra! 243k miles love watching videos! God Bless you!
Very meticulous and clearly explained. You are awesome and I very knowledgeable in what you do. I hope you keep making more of these terrific videos. May you and your family be Blessed! Thank You.
AMD, If the problem ever comes up, I will follow your advice. 😁
I’ll say amen to that! 😆
Great teacher!!! Thanks a lot.
@@jeanduval7877 Oui!
I a the physics teacher of 27 years, and I love your OCD, your thorough descriptions, your rationale, your instructional pedagogy, and your job well done. You are a great teacher yourself friend.
I am one of those diyers that always get intimated and afraid that I am biting off more than I can chew. But watching yours videos always inspire me to take up the challenge. The sense of accomplishment I feel when I complete a challenge is SO satisfying. Thank you for being such a great instructor.
Thanks for taking the time to make the video. I haven't changed boots since tech school thirty years ago. Since I own a Toyota with 165K I will probably be doing this job at some point.
Thank you for sharing. Not only we need more knowledgeable mechanics like you but I think community colleges need auto mechanic instuctors like you in their programs. God bless you.
@toyotausa should be sponsoring this channel - You are far better at explaining this than I have ever seen from any dealership or factory manual.
Great, I am impressed at the patience’s you have to explain every detail, besides being a master car mechanic, You make it look so easy.
I don't drive a Toyota but I enjoy watching your vids, the professionalism and attention to detail is captivating.
This video was very informative, and, as an owner of a 2021 RAV4, reassuring. I hadn't realized that Toyota CV axles are so durable. We intend to keep this car for many years to come and I will perform some maintenance when required. After watching this video, I realized that boot replacement is well within my skill set. Our previous car was a 2009 Corolla, 243000 miles at trade-in with the original axles and boots. That car had few failures, all parts replacements were mileage related. I have been impressed with Toyota quality and durability. Thanks for educating us with your videos.
I had a 1991 VW Jetta TD that had 698, 714 KM on it when it was totaled by a speeding jerk, running a Red light. That converts into 434, 160 Miles. It also had the original axles and boots. In fact, i kept both drive axles from it and ended up using one of them on a 1986 VW Jetta TD that i bought after the '91 was totaled. I bought the '91 New but the '86 had 229,000 KM on it when i bought it---now has over 750,000 KM on it. It's still running but has low oil pressure.
I've been doing this 35year. I enjoy working clean like you sir. I've been hourly for the past 6 years. Took me a few to learn how to calm down!
Amazing walkthrough as always. I regretfully used a new Cardone CV axle in college after unknowingly tearing the boot and getting sand in the joint.(no funds for an OEM at the time). Wish I had known this then - no problems since but both OEM and Cardone boots are due for replacement soon!
I love watching you work and explain in plain terms what you are doing and the pitfalls that may occur. You are a true professional with an honest approach to doing the work. Thank you so much and keep up the great videos. Cheers!
Plain and Simple: You are a damn good Toyota technician !!!!!!
For sure! we just need more AMD’s all over the country to work on our cars!
I used to be a an auto mechanic & I love listening to your channel as I learned a lot from you .
Totally awesome video ! Thank you! I am a retired aircraft mechanic and a do-it-yourselfer ! 😊
Always great at explaining the process and almost makes me feel like I could do the job. NOT will leave it for the professionals. Keep up the great videos, it at least helps us understand what might be causing problems with our cars.
Thanks for the detailed video AMD. As a 100 series LX owner, I know exactly what you mean by the front wheel bearing job being messy! BTW, every time I had to rebuild my LC axle, I was able to use the 3 pronged jaw puller to remove the bearing carrier out. No hammers, no tapping and well controlled. Also, most parts store will rent you one so it is free as well.
The question left unanswered is how would one arrange a 3-pronged jaw puller to remove the passenger-side CV axle from the bearing carrier? Frankly, it does not seem obvious.
Seriously a master at his craft and a master at teaching. Calm cool head with every obstacle, easygoing going tone while discussing the process, expanding on details lost by others. Truly a man that has master his craft an mastered a life mystery to most of us all, happiness an joy in all life’s tasks. We have all worked with angry unhappy people and I feel I speak for most of us who have you would be a great coworker or boss. Cheers to you my friend the world needs more of your kind.
wow this is REAL quality. Fantastic filming (often overlooked) and really wonderful clear and articulate commentary. i have subscribed. Congrats!
As always, incredible video, Amd. I try to maintain my wife’s 15’ Sienna as much as I can. I have never done a re-boot Job on a Toyota but you have made it look very easy and worth trying if I need too. Thank you for passing on your knowledge to us! Greatly appreciated!
Great information, this is a saver. Makes perfect sense not to replace unless damaged. After market is definitely junk. Great job! 👍🏻
What is also frustrating is that there are Toyota shoes that require disassembly and there are aftermarket kits that have an open shoe so you can put it around without disassembly, but they're said to be low-quality.
Aftermarket is not junk lol we’ve used hundreds of aftermarket axles and never had a problem
@@epicclips456if the aftermarket is from China then most likely it's junk. I changed a front axle on a Volvo with aftermarket and in one week it was bad. Went straight to OEM and it lasted till the car was sold.
Hello! I have been trained by many master technicians. You are a top level educator.
I have also taken classes at tech college.
Great job
Your videos are great! You have the best DIY videos on RUclips. Thank you again!
Even classroom backbenchers like me get your lessons. That's how good you are as a teacher.
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I really loved this video! It shows so many tips and tricks that really help avoiding trouble and catastrophes:) It reminds me of my youth, when I started laying on my knees and fixing mopeds as a 13 year old in the early 80’s. After college I got to work at a professional motorcycle workshop. It was heaven! All the lifts, pro and special tools! It was such a joy to learn to use all of this. Luckily we had a boss who saw the value in good and right tools, so if a new special tool was needed; just order it! All this came back to me as you demonstrated the OK and the perfect way to crimp:) Keep up the good and honest videos! All the best from Tore, Norway 😅
My friend just did this job today on my MR2 Spyder. Super helpful video!!
It's hard to imagine anyone doing what you do any better than you do. A+
Couple things worth mentioning, I never would hammer on those tripods that hard, I also like to mark where they were on the shaft. I also think the watery grease belongs in the tripod end, and the thick stuff on the CV joint.
I agree that the best quality axles are the ones that came with the vehicle. (except Honda) Years ago I worked with a guy who would never install an A/M axle, only good used from a wreckers. Too many issues with the Chinese ones, the boots don't stay on, wont stay sealed, no balancing weights, vibrations, one year lifespans, etc. Good video, just when I thought I knew everything, I learned a few new things today.
Excellent video. i also had reservations on hammering on needle bearings who knows of it might cause flat spots on them. going on the side of precaution i would go right to the air hammer both ways. overall i like your way of teaching . Well done.
Another great video from you. The detail level is unbelievable. Helps a lot. Thank you
OUTSTANDING VIDEO! Well, what you said in the first few seconds is more than aqccurate. MONUMENTAL difference between an OEM Axle vs the after market Axle, is the truth!
2019 Highlander, 60k miles. Torn boot R/F Pass side; no clicking or symptoms. Only a torn boot (wish to hell I would have seen this video first and had the Toyota Boot Kit installed). Anyway, Mechanic installed non OEM axle (per aftermarket, extended warranty), and immediately I felt the vibration, especilly with Power Button "on" and under hard acceleration. At first, barely perceptable with the FIRST Replacment Axle, while driving under 40 MPH, but was there. At 65+, and while passing, felt a heavy vibration (first replacement axle). Felt like (what use to be) an old Universal Joint going out. Mechanic installed SECOND OEM AXLE and seemed resolved. About a 50 miles later, vibration again started and became progressively worse, even more-so than the First Replacment AXLE. With the second replacment Axle, first noted as I passed at 65+ and immediatly felt the vibration start again. This time, as if the sudden torgue associated with accelaration caused the subpar part to fail. My guesss is the aftermarket Axle can't handle the torgue of the Toyota V6 delivering power to the front wheels. Hence, the second axle was fine for about a 50 miles. Not until the (2nd) Axle was pushed (if you call passing another car pushed) did I feel an immediate failure. I drive all V8's, but the new V6 is potent.
Car is driven by my wife (60) and not abused. Serviced regularly and meticulously cared for. Had newer set of Michelin Latitude Tour+ Tires ( high end tire!) balanced and rototated to illiminate a "Tire Issue" as the cause. As I said, no symptoms before this started, just a torn OEM Boot. It all started after the Axle change.
I am more than frustrated at myself, for not knowing this information! Live and learn. BUY GENUINE OEM TOYOTA PARTS FOR your car.
Safe driving!!
Perfect timing! I had a clamp come off. I actually just used a needle grease gun tip under the axle seal into the joint. Then put a new clamp on, cleaned it up and called it good. Seems fine so far.
Hi AMD, great video as usual. I really appreciate the way you point everything out. You are a gentleman and great mechanic. Thanks for everything. Stay safe and happy! See you next time.
This is a top notch instructional video. It explained with so much detail. Thanks for sharing your time and posting this.
You are one of the best teachers on you tube I've come across. Scotty killmer had me spray that rubber boots with WD40 and any rubber on the underneath my avalon for protection from wear and drying out as maintenance move. May the good lord bless you also. Thank you.
AMD, great video showing all the steps and your tips and advice gained from your valuable experience.
Thanks for putting out this video and sharing your knowledge via your excellent teaching skills. I can tell that you’re a veteran mechanic-a real pro! Thanks
Excellent video. Thanks for all the clarity and cautions.
This was one of the best videos i have ever seen. Well done.
Thank you for a great channel, every time I watch one I learn and save money!
Really enjoy the hands on service videos.
Awesome man. Very impressed with your abilities and knowledge on the Toyota's..just had coil pack changed in an 06 sienna I was shocked at what all had to be removed to do this...wished i had seen one of your videos on this first. Thank you for educating those who want to know how to do these things...2thumbs up.
Your videos are simply awesome! The direction you give can even help on other cars/models. Thanks for everything!
Outstanding! You make it look so easy... Thanks for sharing.
AMD, I really appreciate your expertise, teaching method, attention to detail, and work ethic. You never disappoint. Thank you so much for producing high quality, highly value content, and for the gift of sharing your knowledge! God bless you sir!🙏🏼
You're so good at you do! You make every thing look so easy. I seen a couple of your videos and learned so much from them. Thanks.
Thanks, it's super comprehensive and your English very clear for a foreign guy like me. Greetings from Belgium.
Thank you so much for this information AMD. I started hearing a click when turning my steering and starting dreading the worst that I'd be paying up to $900 to replace the the cv axles.
Thanks for your video . I've done my SUBARU a couple times. My confidence level has increased immeasurably for my SIENNA ... Thanks Again
You are an honest man, God bless you. I hope your business will be more successful than you wish.
Can't thank you enough for the amazing work you do! Awesome at every level.
Great Toyota axle information like always...learned some great tips from you today, thanks AMD!! This is very DIY in my case....I like it!!👈👌
WHEN TAKING THE SPIDER OUT OF THE SPLINE, USE A SMALL WOOD BLOCK IN BETWEEN THE IT & THE HAMMER, OR USE THE RUBBER MALLET, OR YOU DAMAGE THE 3 BALL BEARING.
+1 for too much hammer on the spider. "Notice I'm not whaling on it".....immediately starts pounding on it before using air hammer. Then pounds some more directly on the lobes when replacing it🙃!
Why are you yelling? No need to be rude. 😉
Could have sworn I used a bearing puller to extract the spider, back in the day.
I’d rather see you use a copper or lead hammer.😎
@@oldmatelots2748 "Too much hammer on the spider" is what I was thinking, too. Then again, am I a professional mechanic?