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Originally Posted by rwthomas1
I have sprayed silicone lube on CV boots when I remember over the years. Always figured that it would help preserve the rubber? I've never had a CV boot go bad from this. Never use a petroleum product like WD40 though. RT
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Spray silicone uses a petroleum base solvent. Anything that you might use on the boots might actually attack the rubber and shorten the life. My '77 has the origionals and 30 years is pretty good service if you ask me.
On my '55 vw I used to be able to buy the good factory German split boots. They could last 15 years or so before replacement. The ones I am able to buy now, aftermarket, German made will only last 3 years before cracking and leaking. Must be different rubber compound.
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My Truck.. 2007 DODGE, 5.9 Cummins, 6spd stick, 4X4. My car..1977 240D, OTHER WHEELS...1955 VW Oval window bug, European Delivery (Holland) with a 1700cc, 2 barrel, Porsche drum brakes. 1939 WILLYS Pick-up. 1967 Triumph 200cc Tiger Cub. 1976 Honda 550F 4cyl Motor Cycle.
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