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E500 4Matic always tears the inner boot of the driver front axle within a week of installing new. Aftermarket axle picture attached.
Is there a reason why? Is this common? I have noticed that the OEM boots are of a hard plastic VS a soft rubber on aftermarket axles. . I'm trying to avoid having to replace them over and over even if they are covered under warranty.
Worth Mentioning:
-Upper Control Arms are replaced
-Lower Ball Joints are replaced
-Sway Bar Links are replaced
-Stabilizer Bar has been replaced
-Lower Control Arms seem to be holding up great but have not been replaced
Thanks Driver Front
Last edited by AlmostHappy; Aug 14, 2023 at 11:07 AM.
Also no sharp edges around that might touch the boot in some way? Also check the belly pans for possible culprits
Engine mounts is not a bad idea to replace for a number of reasons. Your exhaust will be happier (less flex) and power delivery to the ground is better
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