3rd Gen CV Drive Axle replacement OEM

When are you hearing the sound, constantly, or when you're in a turn, typically a left or right turn? A failing CV joint will usually make noise in one direction of turn, and little or no noise when driving straight, IIRC.

If it turns out to be CV joint, and you opt to replace it, maybe check out shops that do suspension/drivetrain work routinely, and see if they'll use aftermarket parts, and ask what they'd recommend.

Couple that with the responses you get here, should help.

 

cordone is a quality rebuilder .. If I could get at a reasonable price I would go that route vs OE at I'm sure more $$ I have used the CV's from china on two MB's the $80 cost being a bit better vs the $1400 OE.

I was surprised at the china quality -- for $80.

What's the various costs.

 

You could always try the auto recyclers off of recycle road in Rancho Cordova. HP Motors specializes in Prii, and they have plenty of gen3’s there.

Give them a call and see what their pricing is.

They’d fit your thread title too.

 

Are the boots failed?

 

Google for Cardone -- under $60. would never go used if rebuilt is $60. Typically, used is a percentage of new ... and I don't always find that's the best way to go. I'm very particular when it comes to rebuilt electrical stuff because a lot of it is junk ... but, Cardone is a great place for axels, calipers, steering racks and pumps.