P700 CV Boot Issue

[heybo]

Hey guys, I’ll start off by saying I’m no mechanic and new to SXS’s in general. I was out at the deer camp this past weekend and did some moderate riding. Basic trails and a few dead trees. As I was tying down the pioneer I notice this boot. I don’t see any leaks from it and it rides fine. I do hear some chirping from the cab but I’m sure that’s something else I knocked loose. Does this need to be replaced or is it fine as long as there are no leaks?

 

[DG Rider]

Can you work it back into shape?

If there are no leaks, I'd just send it and keep a close eye on it.

 

[Alan_Vander]

Is it twisted or just collapsed,. If twisted see if you can turn axle by hand . I had a retainer ring come loose on mine and it dropped the balls into the boot and twisted boot.

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[heybo]

Can you work it back into shape?

If there are no leaks, I'd just send it and keep a close eye on it.

I tried manipulating it but it seems stuck solid. I’ll keep sending it.

 

[heybo]

Is it twisted or just collapsed,. If twisted see if you can turn axle by hand . I had a retainer ring come loose on mine and it dropped the balls into the boot and twisted boot.

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I think it’s collapsed. I tried messing with it but it’s pretty solid.

 

[Russ989]

Hey guys, I’ll start off by saying I’m no mechanic and new to SXS’s in general. I was out at the deer camp this past weekend and did some moderate riding. Basic trails and a few dead trees. As I was tying down the pioneer I notice this boot. I don’t see any leaks from it and it rides fine. I do hear some chirping from the cab but I’m sure that’s something else I knocked loose. Does this need to be replaced or is it fine as long as there are no leaks?
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I’d buy a set of a-arm guards, they might have prevented that from happening.

 

[Gator]

I don't want to insult your intelligence, but the boot is there to keep dust/dirt out of the joint. You need to straighten it out enough to inspect for tears.

 

[heybo]

I’d buy a set of a-arm guards, they might have prevented that from happening.

Good idea, I’ll have to look into them.