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CV axle same as VW?
I was looking for the cheapest replacement CV axle shaft assembly and while searching the net I came accross these two links
http://roctronics.com/axles/axle1987VOLKSWAGENVANAGON.htm and http://www.autopart.com/axles/axle1985PORSCHE944.htm Note the common 60-7077 part number. Are these the same shafts? Kind of looks like it to me. I was just curiouse if there are cheaper prices and higher availability for the VW shaft if it's the same.
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I believe I was told in the past that the shafts were the same as a "Thing" so it is entirely possible. The bolts are the same as VW I can tell you that much.
I've also been told to get the genuine Lobro/GKN CV joints whenever possible, as some of the aftermarket ones are not so good. I've actually got one axle for an '88 NA 5-speed laying around with very few miles that was replaced while searching for the cause of a mystery vibration. Do ya feel lucky? nate
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Thanks for the offer nate, but and need two and I don't believe I'm that brave, it's my DD so buying a new set will pay off in the end. I just ordered a set. Seems the VW axles are no more prevelant than the Porsche ones.
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From my inspection they both seem to be in need of repair. The one on the right/passenger side is the one that is actually making all the racket. I know typically it's the other one that goes bad, but my car was in a fairly poor state of disrepair and neglect when I bought it a month or two ago. So I figure two new shafts and 4 new joints will give me a place to start, then I know what needs serviced when. Thanks for the input though.
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If one axle is bad so is the other. You can buy the CV's separate or on an axle. Be sure to use new bolts.
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Ok, thanks for the advice SoCal. I had neglected to order new bolts, but I'll get on that.
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both while you are there.
Has anyone compiled a countermatch list? It would be great to know what fits what for these cars.
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1983 Porsche 944 2.5 liter
