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Front CV Axle Replacement
Posted: Mon Jun 03, 2024 5:22 pm
by 0856Beater
New CV axles come with a flange that is not on the old ones. Also replacing the front wheel bearings
The flange doesn't contact anything but I want to be sure it was okay to leave it on or not.
Re: Front CV Axle Replacement
Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2024 7:28 am
by 0856Beater
Sorry this should be in the R51 forum.
Moderator: Post moved.
Re: Front CV Axle Replacement
Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2024 7:49 am
by VStar650CL
Most aftermarket manufacturers try to "universalize" their parts as much as possible, using interchangeable subassemblies which may not be identical to the OE part on a particular model, but still fit and do the job. That's probably what you have there. So long as there's no interference, I doubt it will cause problems.
Re: Front CV Axle Replacement
Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 11:24 am
by 0856Beater
Once I removed the driver side CV axle I found it did have the same flange, only rusty. Been driving with that one on for at least 3 years so should be fine.