Dlrshp lists new outer tie rod and CV seals

[dudebk]

The dealership my other half went to said she needs a new rt side outer tie rod and transmission CV seals. Personally, I've never heard of a "CV seal". That's my first question... What and where are they? I know what a CV boot is, but not a seal. The only guess I have after extensive research would be a gasket that prevents tranny fluid loss where the half-shaft inserts into the transmission.

I did inspect the rt. outer tie rod. I agree with them, it's shot. Having done repair work for quite some time (foreign autos, primarily my own) I have a few set of instructions from different web sites and unfortunately different cars but I would appreciate anyone's opinion of replacing it myself. I'm lead to believe no special tools are required and I am aware that an alignment may be inevitable. Should I suck it up and have a 3rd party do that for about $160 or give it a shot for about $25 and then judge for an alignment?

Thanks for your help and to all who developed and contributed to this site,
Brian

 

[NOSNUSE]

The CV seal is the trans seal where he axle goes into the tranny. Do it yourself, think of the pride you get from a job well done not to mention the experience you will gain from do this(not being a smart ass about that), as far as the alignment, have it done by someone with the correct tools for the job. Hope this was of some help.(~~)

 

[dudebk]

Thank you NOSNUSE,

I'm good but, without the proper equipment, I'm not that good. Thanks for the info on the CV seal, also for the encouragement I wanted for the outer tie rod replacement.

The go-ahead you sent to me = the results I wanted!!! Hardest thing about that was removing the wheel. The nuts to loosen/remove for repacement... once again, liquid wrench can be one of your best friends.

I'll leave the CV seal replacements up to someone else.

Thank you VERY much,
Brian

 

[turboholic]

-I'm not sure what year your car is but I believe there's a recall on the control arm ball joint for the 2Gs'.