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I've noticed that one of my drive shafts is knocking ,I had this problem a couple of years ago and replaced the complete unit now the other one is knocking is it better to replace complete or just replace the joints .

It's fine just replacing a single CV joint, your call if you want to go through the joy of removal only to replace one. Are you using decent molybdenum CV grease?

After a second look I've noticed it's 30 quid each end or buy a new one complete for £84.no brainer really buy complete.

Usual story, and keep the others as spares

Changed all CV's on my van five years ago. One started knocking again last year. So repacked again thoroughly with correct moly and fitted new bolts. No more knocking for just an outlay of about £15.00. Perhaps try same first before buying new?
Stuart

Thanks Stu didn't realise that was an option do you know what grease you used by any chance.cheers kev

937carrera wrote:

937carrera wrote:. Are you using decent molybdenum CV grease?

937carrrera knows his stuff.
The best moly you can lay your hands on is all l can add. And pack it as thoroughly as possible. I use a freezer bag with corner cut away like a cake icing bag to inject it deep around the ball bearings.

and if you do replace any, make sure the brand is GKN or Lobro. All the others are soft and some don't even last six months. Euro Car Parts often do good deals and they usually stock the above ones. GSF too sometimes.