DiscoDave Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 my Manta A, all four front ball joint rubber boots have split, but the joints are in good condition. It feels a bit like a waist of money changing the full ball joint. Has anyone ever fitted one of these universal boots? Are they any good. I've a feeling they might be a load of crap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 I replaced a split boot on a new joint I had but I ordered the boot with required diameter and it was spot on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoDave Posted May 10, 2016 Author Share Posted May 10, 2016 Were they retained with cable ties? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted May 10, 2016 Share Posted May 10, 2016 no I reused the spring wire on the large end & cable tie on the taper joint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoDave Posted May 10, 2016 Author Share Posted May 10, 2016 Good idea. I'll give it a whirl. Worth a go. Thank you sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamchop77 Posted May 11, 2016 Share Posted May 11, 2016 I've changer boots over before, used locking wire to hold them in place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne ingham Posted May 11, 2016 Share Posted May 11, 2016 I have a boot kit somewhere in the garage ,if you know the size l will have a look for ths kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoDave Posted May 11, 2016 Author Share Posted May 11, 2016 That's fantastic Wayne. I work away from home during the week, so I'll check the size at the weekend and let you know. Thanks again. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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