I noticed today that the front passenger side cv shaft will slide back and forth (from diff to wheel) about 1/2 to 3/4 inch when i grab it and move it back and forth (in and out of the diff). Drivers sides seems to only move 1/8 inch. Is this normal?

John

 

I'm thinking, that's too much play. Mine doesn't do that.

 

I seem to have more play in my passenger side as well. That sounds a little extreme though. If it's a recently installed cv, bring it back and even say it's clicking, should replace.

 

Don't worry, that's normal. Mine are both new and move at the CV/Diff a bit. You will know when it breaks.

 

yeah - this just seems wierd - the entire shaft moves in and out about 1/2 inch...like inside the boots. Went wheeling last weekend and got on it a little hard in one spot when my locker switch wasn't working. This is an aftermarket CV. Hmmm. Gonna take it into the shop - the suy who hsa replaced both my cv shafts said that's not normal at all...

 

If you are talking 1/2 not 1/8th, then you have a problem. Locker problem in most cases should not relate to the CV. Aftermarket CV or not, they all die young.

 

Well, I'm saying i was in a tough spot and since my locker wasn't working, I had to use a little more throttle than i would have needed if i was locked - so therfore i think i spun the wheels and heard a lound bang - but didn't think it was a CV as it wasn't ripped open and spewing grease like I've seen others.

But it was a lifetime warranty axle so - it's free replacement.

John

 

Mine did that brand new never installed

 

What do you mean? They slid back and forth like that????

 

Clarification understood. I also thought we were talking about play at the inner CV flange where it overlaps the axle: movement here is normal. If you grab the shaft between the boots it should not move. If it’s lifetime, replace it and get peace of mind.