Well, my mind is pretty simple too, which is helpful at times. It is my strong belief that switching inners and outers will not do the trick. The joints need to go on the other side of the car. Both CVs from the passenger side will have identical wear. Both CVs from teh drivers' side will also have identical wear, but the wear will be on opposite opposite sides of the race surfaces, compared to the passenger side ones.
I just cleaned and repacked mine, and they were at least as bad as the ones pictured above, but not nearly as bad as Rob's very memorable photos. I agree that the best thing is to replace them, but I did not. Yes, they will give plenty of warning. Yes, you should reverse them so that they run on fresh surfaces, rather than those pitted spots.
And finally, the grease controversy. Some folks thing one 8oz tube of grease is enough. I use about twice that amount, as do many of the mechanics I have trusted over the years. I virtually pack the boot FULL, in addition to the joint. Be sure to get grease everywhere in that joint. And use the special CV grease and Preferably) new boots.
Worn CV joints often click and clack, but they can also rumble and vibrate.
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