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   Message 409 of 2,177   
   TOM WALKER to MARK HOFMANN   
   Re: Value tap / cam noise   
   06 Oct 11 08:38:00   
   
   MH>I see the "glow" in a circle around the A/C line itself where it meets this   
   MH>junction type fitting.  I didn't see any bolts, so not sure how it is   
   MH>connected.  The line runs right into this area.  A picture would be better t   
   MH>show what I mean.   
      
   It that ias a junction between the Flexible hose and a Metal pipe it   
   cannot be reapired. The whole piece needs to be replaced.   
      
   MH>TW> Some Tranny side CV joints are bolted and others have a oin that needs   
   MH>TW> to be driven out with a punch.   
   MH>TW> you can consider jsut replacing the Boot if it is the outer boot that is   
   MH>TW> bad. I have done that on a VW Dasher/Audi Fox without touching the   
   MH>TW> inner joint.   
      
   MH>Mine isn't bolted and am almost sure it has one of the "C" type clips that   
   MH>holds it in place on the shaft.  It is the inner boot that is throwing a bit   
   MH>grease (closest to the transmission).  There is also a very slight shimmy at   
   MH>times when accellerating at high speeds which I'm sure is the same trouble   
   MH>spot.  It is very minor right now, but on my "watch" list.  :)   
      
   Yes some do use "C" clips.   
      
   The inner joint can get really noisy before they really need replacing.   
   But don't delay too long.   
   I let the wife drive a car with a noisy outer joint until it broke.   
   Fortunatly is was while making a U Turn in the front of the house.   
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