Late last week I had the 240D loaded up for a camping trip and 80 miles from home, doing 65 on the highway, my right-side passengers noticed a vibration in the floorboards. A squeaking noise came from the right rear. I slowed down and took the next exit and inspected the half-shaft. The CV boot had torn open and there was lubricant everywhere.

I had the vehicle towed home. Do I replace the half-shaft? Both of them?

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1965 190D
1980 240D

I would replace both of them....if they are not clunking....you maybe able to just reboot them....I believe there is a member on here that sells rebuilt axles....can't remember his name off hand...

FYI....you didn't have to be towed....could have driven home.....I drove home with one so bad it sounded like someone was shooting a cannon off.....drove 100+ miles home.....duct tape is your friend when they start too tear also...

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I would definately replace the right side. no telling how long it was run with split open boot w/o lubercant. so most likely damage done to the joint.

If the Left looks good leave it alone. If there are small cracks, that might be age cracks of the rubber drying out. It might run you a couple more years that way. If there are deep cracks, then I would definately change it out or reboot it.

VSTECH our Diesel Moderator on this Forum, reboots axles and has a supply of them on hand.

I have come across good Axles in the yards all the time. The one`s under our 240 are new one`s I found at different times.

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works

Mine did the same thing and I ended up replacing both. They were originals with 230K+ on them, which is a pretty good sevice interval IMO. It's not a bad job to DIY.

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1983 240D - For Sale!
1994 Ford Bronco - Awaiting a refresh
2012 Jetta TDI - Wife's MPG machine
2002 BMW M3 - Weekend/track toy
2014 Ford Fiesta ST - DD

It seems like I should do both. These have unknown mileage on them. Thanks for the advice. I may need some tips on doing the work when I get them. I'll hit up VSTECH.

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1965 190D
1980 240D

DIY Repair Links
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/forumdisplay.php?f=82
http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/DoItYourSelf

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84 300D, 82 Volvo 244Gl Diesel

The motor on this car purrs at idle and makes 80 mph no problem. It may be destined for a new body.

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1965 190D
1980 240D