neither of them recommend checking the CV boot for damage It's common knowledge, part of the most basic examination of a car. It's on par with noticing a crac

neither of them recommend checking the CV boot for damage It's common knowledge, part of the most basic examination of a car. It's on par with noticing a crack in your sidewall or a badly frayed brake line. I can't come up with any other reason why the passenger side wheel has an inch or so of play side to side when it's jacked up, or why it clunks when I turn left. OH MY GOD. I created an account solely to comment on this. CV joints have NOTHING to do with retaining the wheel, holding it in position, or anything else of the sort. NOTHING. Your ball joints are shot (and/or your hub). If you're driving that vehicle, YOU ARE RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING YOURSELF. Pardon the caps, but seriously, you appear to be unaware of the danger you're creating for yourself and others. A timing belt won't give you that luxury. I don't know why you're going back to timing belts, as they are scheduled replacement items.