CV leaking? Hmm, any idea? Pics inside 12k miles

[MyLord]

Getting my oil changed (Valoline) and they noticed a leak near the cv.

Any experts on this?

Should I remove collars before taking it in?

 

[LPZML]

Never take it to the dealer with aftermarket they will blame it on that and youll have to foot the bill

 

[Gen1TillDeath]

I would definitely remove the collars prior to taking it in. Looks like it’s been bleeding for a while. Been seeing alot of gen3’s with this issue. FYI, the Jen juan camp is pretty nice.

 

[FordTechOne]

It’s not uncommon to see lifted trucks with CV axle boot damage; it’s not warrantable when the ride height has been altered. Your best bet is probably to order a replacement axle.

 

[Gen1TillDeath]

Yeah definitely not uncommon once lifted. BUT, I would like to play devils advocate for a sec. I’ve seen just as many stock ( all gens) with torn cv boots with little miles on the axles. Those look like only 1” collars. Not trying to start an argument here. I’m just ASSUMING here, but one with 1” collars and probably 99% on road miles would equal to the same abuse as the type of terrain and capabilities these trucks are designed/meant for in stock form . I think it comes down more to the quality of parts. The pandemic hit a lot of sectors for sourcing parts….

 

[MyLord]

Yeah definitely not uncommon once lifted. BUT, I would like to play devils advocate for a sec. I’ve seen just as many stock ( all gens) with torn cv boots with little miles on the axles. Those look like only 1” collars. Not trying to start an argument here. I’m just ASSUMING here, but one with 1” collars and probably 99% on road miles would equal to the same abuse as the type of terrain and capabilities these trucks are designed/meant for in stock form . I think it comes down more to the quality of parts. The pandemic hit a lot of sectors for sourcing parts….

1.5” and never left pavement. What the heck did I buy….

 

[MyLord]

It’s not uncommon to see lifted trucks with CV axle boot damage; it’s not warrantable when the ride height has been altered. Your best bet is probably to order a replacement axle.

Will remove the collars before taking it in. I have a feeling they’ll blame the after market wheels and 37’s though.

 

[Gen1TillDeath]

They shouldn’t, especially when you can get a 37 package

 

[taquitos]

Yeah definitely not uncommon once lifted. BUT, I would like to play devils advocate for a sec. I’ve seen just as many stock ( all gens) with torn cv boots with little miles on the axles. Those look like only 1” collars. Not trying to start an argument here. I’m just ASSUMING here, but one with 1” collars and probably 99% on road miles would equal to the same abuse as the type of terrain and capabilities these trucks are designed/meant for in stock form . I think it comes down more to the quality of parts. The pandemic hit a lot of sectors for sourcing parts….

I would say high road miles and increased CV angle tends to be harder on the boot than low mileage off road and normal ride height. Any time I’ve had a boot get a hole in it off road it has been from getting stabbed with a stick or something and just random chance. Meanwhile if the bellows are rubbing due to ride height then any miles will wear a hole in it eventually.

 

[jm77]

Getting my oil changed (Valoline) and they noticed a leak near the cv.

Any experts on this?

Should I remove collars before taking it in?

Is that wire/retainer rubbing on the boot? I’d imagine that could cause it to tear/wear through. Is there a slice/hole in the boot?

Either way, it looks like that wire should be secured so it doesn’t rub. Looks like there’s a retainer that isn’t fastened properly. Probably wasn’t re-installed when the shop pulled the shocks for the lift collars. In which case they should be the ones paying for the fix.

While this might not pertain to you, it’s common for lifted trucks to have more wear and tear on cv boots due to the sustained angle of the front axle at ride height.