CV Joints?

[268i]

Hi all,

Currently have a toyota which has had clicky cv for a few years now. CV Boot torn as well (see pic)
The noise hasn't been too loud so haven't been around to fix them. Travelled about 200,000km.
SHould I replace immediately? Or would I be okay for a while?

 

[michaelluscher]

I'd do it sooner than later to avoid a expensive tow bill

 

[Lubener]

They will click for a long time. Unless grit has gotten in the joint and you are not getting any vibrations, I would repack it with the proper grease, pull the boot toward the end and re-clamp it.If it has been contaminated or vibrates, I would plan on replacing it, half shafts are not that expensive.

 

[Tegger]

Originally Posted By: 268i
CV Boot torn as well

That doesn't look torn, that looks like the band has come off and boot has popped off its outer mating-surface. Had you caught that in time, you would have simply needed a new band, which would take seconds to install.

I'll bet this is an aftermarket shaft. Genuine Toyota shafts usually have a groove that the boot sits in (and which the band goes on top of).

I would replace immediately.