LCR CV joint - where to buy? Please advise!

6th.replicant

Active Member
May 29, 2008
698
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London
Hello

I need a drive-shaft inner CV joint, N/S, for my LCR.

TPS is quoting £120+VAT :blink:

Does anyone know of an alternative? (Euro Car Parts don't have in stock and need part number to order / quote. Anyone know the part number?)

Ta :)
 
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6th.replicant

Active Member
May 29, 2008
698
9
London
Had a Google and it seems that both J&R and Q-Drive's CV joints have a very mixed reputation: some punters say they last for years, others report vibrations / 'clicking' almost immediately after fitting, which suggests inconsistent build quality.

GKN is the manufacturer of the OE-spec CVs sold by TPS / stealers. And the difference in cost - eg, £29+VAT for a J&R driveshaft incl both CVs, whereas one GKN CV joint costs £120+VAT - suggests a case of "if it sounds too good to be true, then...".

So, I've ordered a GKN. And after all, my LCR's factory-fit GKN CV joint has lasted 15 years.

But thanks for advice folks :)