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He means the later style axles are like VW/Porshe/ axles where you don't have to take the differential housing off. If you have the new style-bravo. If not, take the cover off the diff. Not a huge deal. I've done it in a hair over 2hrs for both axles-most get it done in under 6hrs.
No you should not have to remove calipers or suspension components. Just the bolt in the wheel hub and a c-clip in the differential holding the axle in place.
Life of axles is hard to say exactly. I've seen 30-60,000 miles to rebuilt axles. Of course, they are warrentee'd forever- so you can replace them.
I understand completely being on a limited budget and dumping $800 into a $1000 car.
When I did my last axle, the "list" was pushing Rusty's $250 rebuilt axles, plus I had to pay shipping two ways- yea the core thing. I got a new one for $273, no core and free shipping.
Prices have changed with USD=Euro at a low.
What style do you currently have? You must ask yourself how long am I going to drive this car? What are my finances etc... to make a good decision.
Some people have had great luck with used axles.....
Michael
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Michael McGuire
83 300d
01 vw A4 TDI
66 Chevy Corsa
68 GMC V6 w/oD
86 300E
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