Hi all, I've just noticed today that my left outer CV joint boot has torn and basically all the grease is gone, the joint is growling at me when I turn right.

I'm wondering, how much will it cost to get a whole new driveshaft vs replacing the joint?
Also, I have replaced a driveshaft on an 84 Ford Telstar and it was a piece of cake though the driveshaft included the rotor.

How hard is it to remove the driveshaft from the rotor and what tools will I need?
My Magna has done 132,000k I read that cv boots should be replaced at 130.
Would it be wise for me to buy a left and a right drive shaft just to be on the safe side.
I'm confident I can replace both driveshafts myself if I can track down the right tools.
I suspect getting the boots replaced/repacked etc on the right side by a mechanic would cost more than just buying a whole new shaft?

Also, would I just go to Repco etc to purchase the drive shaft and how long after your joint starts growling at you does it last for?

My dilema is that I still need to able to get to work each day.

Thanks guys.

$360 per side.

I just replaced both CV joints (complete) on my son's TS 2.6l for $150 / side installed with warranty. It is a factory that rebuilds old CV joints and sells to the trade.

I see that you are in Vic, this was at Aust. CV & Power Steering P/L at Airport West in Melbourne (03) 93389455. Because they mostly deal with the trade for them to install it is cash no cards.

Service was excellent but unfortunately they have only been in the car for 6 months so can't make any comments on how good a rebuild job they are. Probably the same item Mitsubishi dealers would install for $350 / side.