CV AXLE Factories

[zmelli]

I have been trying to find out where CV Axles are manufactured. I was looking for information on the NAPA ALTROM Line of CV Axles and stumbled upon this site. Looks like ALTROM is re-boxed Trakmotive from China. This information was very hard to find. It cost only $15-$20 per AXLE to make! Talk about profit! Looks like the Junk Yard is going to be my only option for my 93 Accord.

https://www.listthe.com/AXLES

https://www.listthe.com/manufacturers-of/altrom-canada

https://uluck.manufacturer.globalso.../Fashion-Apparel/1167356285/Cv-joint.htm

 

[ctechbob]

Not sure a 26 year old CV is the way I'd go. If you could find one in good shape, I don't think the boots are going to be in great shape for long unless you plan on tearing it apart, re-greasing it and then doing new boots. Plus you're taking a wild guess as if it was any good in the first place.

I guess I'm not understanding what the deal is. Purely cost? There's plenty of shafts out there for decent money. Longevity? I can't imagine that car being hard on shafts, its only putting out something slightly more than 100hp.

From the research I've done, I settled on GSP when I needed the drivers side shaft for my TL. It's been flawless over about 20k miles.

 

[Food Scientist]

The internet has really opened up what the markup on automotive parts are for the end user willing to look. I usually buy from Rockauto, I could get a rotor for $17 plus shipping, one rotor at AutoZone was $45. I realize AutoZone has more overhead costs, but what are the distributors selling through Rockauto buying it for? I'd imagine$10 or less. So AutoZone is buying it for $10 and selling it for $45.

 

[MrMoody]

Originally Posted by SVTCobra
I realize AutoZone has more overhead costs, but what are the distributors selling through Rockauto buying it for? I'd imagine$10 or less. So AutoZone is buying it for $10 and selling it for $45.

Yeah, they have to pay people a few cents over minimum wage to watch the place. I consider brick-and-mortar auto parts to be a convenience store these days.

 

[mk378]

The retail price ending up double the FOB factory price is a typical rule of thumb for consumer goods. Many things such as luxury items are higher than that.

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by ctechbob
Not sure a 26 year old CV is the way I'd go. If you could find one in good shape, I don't think the boots are going to be in great shape for long unless you plan on tearing it apart, re-greasing it and then doing new boots. Plus you're taking a wild guess as if it was any good in the first place.

I guess I'm not understanding what the deal is. Purely cost? There's plenty of shafts out there for decent money. Longevity? I can't imagine that car being hard on shafts, its only putting out something slightly more than 100hp.

From the research I've done, I settled on GSP when I needed the drivers side shaft for my TL. It's been flawless over about 20k miles.


Yes I planned to re-boot with OEM Boots. The Boot Kits were $30 each! so I am in this $60 without a core. My main concern about the Aftermarket is vibration. Vibration really kills your driving experience. Thanks for the tip about the GSP Axle, that is what Rock Auto recommended. I also own a 2006 TSX and prefer the raw feeling of driving the 93 Accord. My 91 Accord with 100K on it even drives better than the 93, I suspect the Michelin MXV4 tires are responsible for that.

 

[KGMtech]

Shipping costs!

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by KGMtech
Shipping costs!

Very good point! I worked at a Company that had all their products made overseas and if a batch of items (electronic test equipment) failed incoming inspections the product was not send back. the shipping cost exceeded the price of the product.

 

[researcher]

Originally Posted by zmelli
I have been trying to find out where CV Axles are manufactured. I was looking for information on the NAPA ALTROM Line of CV Axles and stumbled upon this site. Looks like ALTROM is re-boxed Trakmotive from China. This information was very hard to find. It cost only $15-$20 per AXLE to make! Talk about profit! Looks like the Junk Yard is going to be my only option for my 93 Accord.

https://www.listthe.com/AXLES

https://www.listthe.com/manufacturers-of/altrom-canada

https://uluck.manufacturer.globalso.../Fashion-Apparel/1167356285/Cv-joint.htm



hey.. forget the aftermarket junk, try raxles.com it's a small shop in Florida. After looking all over and being un-impressed (to say the least) with the aftermarket I found out about raxles on some honda forums. I ordered a pair for my 96 Civic and they're excellent! No vibrations, no problems at all and I've had them for 6 years now. From what I remember they only use the Honda shafts, everything else is new and excellent quality. Before wasting your time looking at more aftermarket junk, check out raxles.com or give them a call (on the site)..

https://www.raxles.com/products.aspx

 

[andyd]

The Bentley manual for the E-28 has a page about CV joint service. If the balls are smooth and shiny, then the parts are OK to re-use. If you hold the axle in your hands and articulate the CV joint, you can tell. Other than being a very messy job, it isn't hard. All you need is snap ring pliers

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Raxles is worth considering

All the new aftermarket axles you';ll find anywhere are all Chinese and likely from the same few factories.

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by researcher
Originally Posted by zmelli
I have been trying to find out where CV Axles are manufactured. I was looking for information on the NAPA ALTROM Line of CV Axles and stumbled upon this site. Looks like ALTROM is re-boxed Trakmotive from China. This information was very hard to find. It cost only $15-$20 per AXLE to make! Talk about profit! Looks like the Junk Yard is going to be my only option for my 93 Accord.

https://www.listthe.com/AXLES

https://www.listthe.com/manufacturers-of/altrom-canada

https://uluck.manufacturer.globalso.../Fashion-Apparel/1167356285/Cv-joint.htm



hey.. forget the aftermarket junk, try raxles.com it's a small shop in Florida. After looking all over and being un-impressed (to say the least) with the aftermarket I found out about raxles on some honda forums. I ordered a pair for my 96 Civic and they're excellent! No vibrations, no problems at all and I've had them for 6 years now. From what I remember they only use the Honda shafts, everything else is new and excellent quality. Before wasting your time looking at more aftermarket junk, check out raxles.com or give them a call (on the site)..

https://www.raxles.com/products.aspx


I spoke to Marty, I just need to locate an OEM Core to send him. They do not have one.

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by andyd
The Bentley manual for the E-28 has a page about CV joint service. If the balls are smooth and shiny, then the parts are OK to re-use. If you hold the axle in your hands and articulate the CV joint, you can tell. Other than being a very messy job, it isn't hard. All you need is snap ring pliers

I did that with my 91 AXLES! Re-Booted with OE Honda Boots and grease. My 93 Daily driver had aftermarket Suretrak installed when I bought it. I took a chance and bought a "OE" Axle Off Ebay that ended up being a rebuilt by who knows that I sent back. Finding a Axle that still has the OE Boots is possible by I need to be patient.

 

[researcher]

Originally Posted by zmelli
Originally Posted by researcher
Originally Posted by zmelli
I have been trying to find out where CV Axles are manufactured. I was looking for information on the NAPA ALTROM Line of CV Axles and stumbled upon this site. Looks like ALTROM is re-boxed Trakmotive from China. This information was very hard to find. It cost only $15-$20 per AXLE to make! Talk about profit! Looks like the Junk Yard is going to be my only option for my 93 Accord.

https://www.listthe.com/AXLES

https://www.listthe.com/manufacturers-of/altrom-canada

https://uluck.manufacturer.globalso.../Fashion-Apparel/1167356285/Cv-joint.htm



hey.. forget the aftermarket junk, try raxles.com it's a small shop in Florida. After looking all over and being un-impressed (to say the least) with the aftermarket I found out about raxles on some honda forums. I ordered a pair for my 96 Civic and they're excellent! No vibrations, no problems at all and I've had them for 6 years now. From what I remember they only use the Honda shafts, everything else is new and excellent quality. Before wasting your time looking at more aftermarket junk, check out raxles.com or give them a call (on the site)..

https://www.raxles.com/products.aspx


I spoke to Marty, I just need to locate an OEM Core to send him. They do not have one.


awww man... well hey I tried!

yeah the work Marty does is insanely good. Almost so good I wanted to display the parts on my fireplace mantle! hopefully you can find an oem core if you decide to go with his work..

I looked up Honda's reman driveshaft/axle for the 93 accord and it looks like they're still available. Check your local dealer to make sure.. Looked like about $200+ each online (bernardi honda, college hills, etc).. just a thought..

 

[mclasser]

FWIW, I installed new Duralast axles on my Accord 3 yrs ago and they're still fine.

 

[ctechbob]

Raxles do a great job on them, most people just won't spend the money for it. I'd certainly give them a go if I had a super picky car, but thankfully I've been lucky that the one CV I've had to replace has been fine.

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by researcher
Originally Posted by zmelli
Originally Posted by researcher
Originally Posted by zmelli
I have been trying to find out where CV Axles are manufactured. I was looking for information on the NAPA ALTROM Line of CV Axles and stumbled upon this site. Looks like ALTROM is re-boxed Trakmotive from China. This information was very hard to find. It cost only $15-$20 per AXLE to make! Talk about profit! Looks like the Junk Yard is going to be my only option for my 93 Accord.

https://www.listthe.com/AXLES

https://www.listthe.com/manufacturers-of/altrom-canada

https://uluck.manufacturer.globalso.../Fashion-Apparel/1167356285/Cv-joint.htm



hey.. forget the aftermarket junk, try raxles.com it's a small shop in Florida. After looking all over and being un-impressed (to say the least) with the aftermarket I found out about raxles on some honda forums. I ordered a pair for my 96 Civic and they're excellent! No vibrations, no problems at all and I've had them for 6 years now. From what I remember they only use the Honda shafts, everything else is new and excellent quality. Before wasting your time looking at more aftermarket junk, check out raxles.com or give them a call (on the site)..

https://www.raxles.com/products.aspx


I spoke to Marty, I just need to locate an OEM Core to send him. They do not have one.


awww man... well hey I tried!

yeah the work Marty does is insanely good. Almost so good I wanted to display the parts on my fireplace mantle! hopefully you can find an oem core if you decide to go with his work..

I looked up Honda's reman driveshaft/axle for the 93 accord and it looks like they're still available. Check your local dealer to make sure.. Looked like about $200+ each online (bernardi honda, college hills, etc).. just a thought..


I will try again but I believe they were all discontinued

 

[researcher]

Originally Posted by zmelli


I will try again but I believe they were all discontinued


here's the pdf I found that gives the part numbers to the remanufactured Honda (genuine) parts. I just pasted it into a search engine and found places that had a price, trying other part numbers it did say discontinued (for other other models, not accord). Just thought it would help.. here's the link to the pdf..

https://www.hondapartsdeals.com/images/honda_reman_parts/honda_reman_drive_shafts.pdf

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Originally Posted by zmelli

I spoke to Marty, I just need to locate an OEM Core to send him. They do not have one.


Get a junkyard used axle and send that to Marty

Enough cars go to the junkyard on their original axles so that you should be able to find a rebuildable OE core

 

[zmelli]

Originally Posted by researcher
Originally Posted by zmelli


I will try again but I believe they were all discontinued


here's the pdf I found that gives the part numbers to the remanufactured Honda (genuine) parts. I just pasted it into a search engine and found places that had a price, trying other part numbers it did say discontinued (for other other models, not accord). Just thought it would help.. here's the link to the pdf..

https://www.hondapartsdeals.com/images/honda_reman_parts/honda_reman_drive_shafts.pdf

I ordered the Honda reman part number, I will know if I can still get it soon. Thanks because I could not find the numbers anymore.