cv axles, -how much cv joint play is acceptable? Options

[MM1]

I just purchased 2 cv axles here - described as plug and play - and when they arrived yesterday, I could hold the cv shaft and turn the cv a degree or 2 back and forth - on every cv.

Is this movement considered "worn"?

When I have replaced cv axles on my Honda Odyssey (several times), I have never felt any play whatsoever on the new ones . . .in fact - the last set had worn inner cv's - dozens of techs at several dealerships failed to diagnose . . .only one service manager nailed the cause . . .still, that set had so little movement, I could not feel any . . .it just felt "more free" than the new ones.

Please advise . . .

[76-914]

It's just as you stated earlier, Brock. They won't match up to your half shafts splines if your car is a 4 banger. They're splines are for the -6 CV's. I'd get the CV's from PMB coming in January. It wouldn't matter one iota if you used 6 bolts instead of 4 bolts and 2 roll pins. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[MM1]

It's just as you stated earlier, Brock. They won't match up to your half shafts splines if your car is a 4 banger. They're splines are for the -6 CV's. I'd get the CV's from PMB coming in January. It wouldn't matter one iota if you used 6 bolts instead of 4 bolts and 2 roll pins. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

What's the word on cv's from PMB coming in January?

How will they be different from the GKN/Loebro machined for gasket version that Eric sells now?

[bbrock]

It's just as you stated earlier, Brock. They won't match up to your half shafts splines if your car is a 4 banger. They're splines are for the -6 CV's. I'd get the CV's from PMB coming in January. It wouldn't matter one iota if you used 6 bolts instead of 4 bolts and 2 roll pins. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

What's the word on cv's from PMB coming in January?

How will they be different from the GKN/Loebro machined for gasket version that Eric sells now?

@Eric_Shea
I'm interested in this too. I have a pair that have a bit of wear that I'd rather use than machined Type1 joints, but if there is something better, I might hold off repacking this pair that I was planning to do tomorrow.

[Eric_Shea]

It's just as you stated earlier, Brock. They won't match up to your half shafts splines if your car is a 4 banger. They're splines are for the -6 CV's. I'd get the CV's from PMB coming in January. It wouldn't matter one iota if you used 6 bolts instead of 4 bolts and 2 roll pins. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

What's the word on cv's from PMB coming in January?

How will they be different from the GKN/Loebro machined for gasket version that Eric sells now?

@Eric_Shea
I'm interested in this too. I have a pair that have a bit of wear that I'd rather use than machined Type1 joints, but if there is something better, I might hold off repacking this pair that I was planning to do tomorrow.

Same as we've been selling (GKN/Loebro ONLY) just having the next batch machined for the roll pins and gaskets. Exact same specs as the original. Same spline count. Same ball. Same cage. Same manufacturer. Remember... el Cheapo aftermarket stuff hyper-extends and cracks cages. Don't think you'll ever be in that situation? Ever roll out of a sharp driveway apron and lay on the gas to get into traffic? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)