rear axle boot repacment

[AC550]

i need to replace one of my rear axle boots on my quad. this will be the first one i have ever replaced is there an easy way to do this or any tips on how to easly do this repair

 

[Daniel]

Lots of good video on YouTube to help you out

 

[dodgeguy]

Not too familiar with the newer AC's but my old girl (99, does NOT have IRS) the front outter boot is a bit more labour intensive to replace (involves dismantling the entire axle), whereas the inner is fairly basic. You may be tearing down most of the suspension on the side you are working on, I suspect. I just take the crown nut off the hub remove the lower ball joint, then use a ratchet strap to compress the shock and also hold the upper A-arm up, giving me enough room to yank the axle out of the diff.

Time consuming YES, but doable in a few hours depending on mechanical ability.