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Originally Posted by tobybul
The cone came from Astoria Flexx Boot. I did used the Flexx boots first but I did not like its fit plus I punctured it when I was reinstalling the axles because it had too much excess rubber. They were also softer than the Dormans. So I went to AZ and got the Dormans. They were slightly tougher to get thru the cone but very doable. It helps to soak the boot and the cone in hot tap water just before shoving them thru. It makes the boot more pliable. Spray the boot and the cone with pledge (astoria's recommendation). Hold the boot with a rag so its not slippery with your fingers.
Also, the OE lubrication is gear oil - not grease. I used Valvoline semi syn gear oil.
There is also a thread on this when I did it with more pics. ....
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=251168&highlight=flexx+boot |
I didn't try to get the Astoria cone and Flexboots after reading about your experience.
Will Astoria sell their cone without buying their Flexboots? I quit trying to force the Dorman boot over the tranny-funnel because I wanted to still be able to return them.
But I have another W123 that may need boots someday soon. So if I could get a more suitable cone, I might try again.
Too bad these axles can't be cut apart and then spliced back together somehow.
Happy Motoring, Mark