CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) AXLE TEARDOWN
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- Опубліковано 9 вер 2024
- Constant velocity (CV) axles are common on many new vehicles but how do they work? Today, I look inside one and describe its operation. I also point out symptoms of a failing CV axle. Thanks again to all my subscribers! It is a privilege to provide content that is valuable to you. .............................................................................................................................
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As a mechanically minded person, I have always wondered how a CV joint functioned. It all makes good sense after looking at the guts of it. Thanks for the look.
PS, your side cutters should be well lubed after that.😅
I’ve always liked to take mechanical things apart to see what makes them work, and sometimes, I’ve even been able to put them back together. LOL It’s really amazing how inexpensive aftermarket CV axles have become. I’m glad you found this interesting. All the best.
Definitely a greasy situation Craig 😂. Interesting look inside a CV joint. Thanks Brother!
It's good to know what's happening inside things on your car, especially when a mechanic says a part needs to be changed. This way, people have some idea of what the function and weaknesses are in a component so they can make informed decisions at the garage. Always a great pleasure to read your comments, Doug!
Nice explanation bud 👍
I hope you never have to take one of these apart. The grease made a real mess. "Clean Up On Aisle 3" LOL
It is cool to see inside the CV axle, shame about the horrible old grease
In hindsight, I should have shown the other end because instead of ball bearings it has little wheels that roll in the groves of the housing. Still, the same concept of sliding articulation of the joint while providing constant rotation. Perhaps there will be another video some day. The grease was black and smelly but most gear lubes are like that. Have a great week and work hard at school! (and hello to the support team at Garden Tractor Boy!)
In hindsight, I should have shown the other end because instead of ball bearings it has little wheels that roll in the groves of the housing. Still, the same concept of sliding articulation of the joint while providing constant rotation. Perhaps there will be another video some day. The grease was black and smelly but most gear lubes are like that. Have a great week and work hard at school! (and hello to the support team at Garden Tractor Boy!)
I wish at times we could do SOME people's head this way! Look inside and see what makes them TICK!!!!! Those edited sounds reminds me of some of my subscribers 😁
I know. Some people are always clowning around 🤡🤡🤡 haha maybe ME But often YOU🤡🤡🤡Have a good evening Renaldo and rest up for tomorrow because there will be lots to do and many donuts to eat🍪🍪🍪
Lol Renaldo behave, very nice craig
I know Jason. I know! Hahaha Renaldo is a good guy and we joke a lot and yes, he eats a lot of donuts and that could be the issue. Hahaha
I tore down a failed one years back as well. That spoked piece on the end of the shaft, the ball bearings, and the cage were so fascinating that I cleaned the assembly up and I have it as a paperweight. It's also a fun puzzle to hand to someone sort of like those blacksmith puzzles. I had one failing and it went in a strange way. I found that only up a particular hill on a certain turn, the wheel would jump left and right. Scared the hell out of me and it took a while to pin it down. It didn't make any of the noises you normally associate with a failing CV joint.
Yes, the internals are interesting. I like the idea of taking them out and having them to look at. An Engineering marvel. I changed both sides on the Volvo V70 last fall and this was one of them. I have been wanting to open them up and film the insides before tossing them in the metal bin but maybe I'll try to do something with them. One guy responded in the comments that he's making a stool from one of these and an old brake rotor...Cool idea with a bit of welding. There is an arts and crafts festival every labor Day weekend on Vancouver Island where many artists come out to sell and perform. It's 3 days with bands and vendors and music shows all outdoors in a park-like setting. At the show, I've seen some brilliant creations by artists who weld together all sorts of things: Fountains, robots. and animal figures all made from old parts welded. Maybe I'll be inspired to make something, although I wouldn't have anything good enough to show or sell. We'll see. Take Care.....Hope you are Well!
I thought there was a universal joint in there. Thanks for showing me the difference
This has the same function as a universal joint only this is bathed in grease and perhaps is stronger since the wheel is attached to it. All the best to you guys out there in Cape Breton!
Nice! I kept the old front ones off our 4 runner. Going to clean up one and weld it straight to make a shop seat.
Great diagram and explanation! Cheers, Mike.
Making something useful like a seat from an old axle is a great idea, Mike. I hope you show us the finished product some day.
@@EverydayProjects I will. Just did the brakes and rotors last week so now I’ll use a rotor as the base of the stool. Lol
@@maintenancewithmike Another good idea, Mike!!
I knew I was going to get shafted coming over here🤣
Wheely? You got the Shaft? I tried to be Flexible and drive home the idea of how it works. I had to Steel myself because I knew things were going to get Greasy. It had me spinning but I was able to turn things around and get it done. I Spoke slowly and Caged the idea fairly well but when it came down to it, this, just like any other powerful thing, has great big Balls that make it work.
You forgot to mention, that they make more noise while the driving wheel is turned right or left.
Yes, Noel, you're right. Failing CV joints make noise on turns. The other thing I forgot to mention is that the most dangerous thing on any vehicle is the Big Nut behind the Wheel!
There ya go. There’s a lot of them.
How's she goin'? Well this was a dirty video about joints. LOL But these kinds of joints you don't roll yourself eh!! Nice explanation. Thanks. Now go give Susan a big pat on the back for having a guy as good as you (but don't forget to take those rubber gloves off first!! LOL) Take 'er easy!!
Yes, very dirty!! I wish I was as flexible as this axle!!! take care