Service of CV joint.

[Lassesand]

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?

[Reddog170]

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