1993 Nissan Sentra CV joints

Tiny
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  • 1993 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 80,000 MILES
1993 Nissan Sentra mileage: 80,000. I had some work done on my exhaust system last month, and the mechanic told me that I also needed to have my CV joints replaced ASAP (to the tune of $400). I haven't had any trouble with them - the car drives fine, and I haven't heard any clicking/clunking sounds. Do I really need to have this done before my car starts to have 'symptoms'?
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 AT 4:57 AM

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Tiny
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You may need new CV joints. If the rubber boot is torn and the grease has been thrown out, you may be able to repack the joints and install a new boot. If the boot had been torn and the grease lost for a long period, damage may have been done to the joints. In this case, the CV joints would have to be replaced. Hard to say if $400.00 is fair since we do not know what area you are from. Check with friends and neighbors to find a service center you can trust. Also, inquire if the replacement would be rebuilt or new. We recommend getting new ones.
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Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 AT 4:59 AM
Tiny
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A sjop will generally pay $70 each for a CV axle, so $140 for parts, rest is labor.
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Saturday, November 20th, 2010 AT 12:09 PM

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