Great idea Spencer! There are tons of different sizes/shapes of these
things. Suggest one take his driveshaft to an "axle rebuilder" - lots of
these places around. I would venture to say that the guy I use for CV
axles/joints/boots could just *look* at it and tell you what boot would fit.
There are some differences in how they are made compared to what was
originally on the early Chryslers, (seems I remember something on the inside
of the original type boots - like another "lip"?), but I would think that a
suitable replacement could be found. One thing to bear in mind is the
actual shaft RPM involved here - FWD axles turn very slowly at highway
speeds compared to a RWD "propellor shaft" - (Mopar speak for "driveshaft" -
and the "driveshafts" are what we call the "axles"!) - thus "ballooning" of
the CV boot may be a factor. "Ballooning" will cause the boot to destroy
itself. Just multiply your axle ratio times "tire RPM" to get an idea of
what the boot must withstand. I do however, believe that there would be
some FWD boots made of appropriate material, where that would not be a
problem. Commonly used "Super Boots" (brand name - forgot who's) are made
of a rather "hard" material, as are some others, and I doubt they would
balloon at all - but are not flexible enough to be used unless the fit is
"perfect". The softer types (probably what most "axle shops" use), are
quite flexible, and one particular part number will fit many applications
due to their "conformability". Still worth investigation IMHO.
Regards,
DaveG.
----- Original Message -----
From: spencer <bluemoon61@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2001 11:55 PM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Driveshaft boots/Rear quarters
> had an idea that may be of some value regarding the search for the boot.
it
> occurred to me that front-wheel drive cars use CV joint boots that are
> similar in size and design to the one on our ForwardLook cars. since I'll
be
> visiting our local wrecking yard this week I will take a look under
several
> different makes/models for comparison. Maybe a little luck will turn up
> something just rite. will report back. has anyone else had the same
> idea? Spencer 61' Newport
>
> Glenn Barrat wrote:
>
> > Hi gang.
> > Thanks for all who replied on my search for a driveshaft universal joint
> > boot to suit 57 Plymouth.
> > So far all suggestions have failed to turn up one. These include Atlas,
> > Andy Bernbaum and Gary Goers.
> > Also as part of my restoration at present, I am looking at costs of
> > repairing my previously repaired and leaded rear quarters (need lots of
> > panelbeating) against replacing them. Anyone know of any rear quarters
> > to suit 57 Plymouth 2 door hardtop for sale?
> > Thanks.
> > Glenn Barratt,
> > 57 Fury.
> > Sunny Auckland, New Zealand.
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