Lassesand Posted May 5, 2011 Share #1 Posted May 5, 2011 I have consulted the WS manual and found that the CV join can be pressed apart and that there are 4 needle bearings in it. I now have bought a (-83) XZ550 with an extra engine for nearly bicycle money. The CV joint (I assume it's a similar construction, only smaller) flexes nicely in one direction but not in the perpendicular ditto. I suspect one of the needle bearings to be shot (rusty). Has anyone any experience of servicing the CV joint? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reddog170 Posted May 5, 2011 Share #2 Posted May 5, 2011 In my experience that is caused by sitting a long time. I would try soaking it in a good oil for a day or so before I pull it apart. Marvels Mystery oil has worked wonders for me in the past. I have used it for everything from mower decks that were froze up to bicycle chains. But if you have to pull it apart do so over a large tub or something, to catch all the parts. Shaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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