The survey revealed that in many cases, it is easier to replace the entire Driveshaft rather than simply the CV Joint, with 79 percent of respondents answering that they are often required to replace both parts together.
What’s more, replacing the entire Driveshaft is often considered a more cost-effective option for the vehicle owner, which has also been mirrored by garage owners, with 59 percent stating that less manual labour is required to do the job. This also offers longevity for both parties, as replacing the entire Driveshaft, rather than just the CV Joint, reduces the risk of repeat call backs.
The survey further supported that cost plays a major part in the decision to replace the entire Driveshaft, as 49 percent of respondents agreed that although there may be a price difference between the two parts, recommending a new Driveshaft offers a more economical, long-term option for the end user.
However, when sourcing these parts, quality has been found to be a key factor, with 75 percent of garage owners opting for quality over cost.
At the start of 2023, First Line, via its Borg & Beck brand, launched a range of CV Joints and Driveshafts, complementing its range of CV Boot Kits.
Since launching, First Line has identified that the need to replace the entire Driveshaft is common with certain vehicles such as Ford Transits [BDS1000, BDS1001], Peugeot 407 [ BDS1013, BDS1014], Renault Kangoo Express / Grand Kangoo [ BDS1041, BDS1042] and Renault Master [BDS1011, BDS1012]. The company offers a solution for this, with a range of left and right, long and short wheelbase options available.
Customers can access more than 420 CV Joints and over 530 Driveshafts now available from the aftermarket specialist, including in excess of 720 CV Boot Kits covering over 26,000 applications.
All Borg & Beck CV Joints and Driveshafts are manufactured and optimised for robust application. They are precision machined and balanced to help ensure a smooth, vibration-free performance.
Each shaft comes with CNC forged CV Joints, manufactured to exacting specifications. With minimal clearance between the steel ball and seating groove, the results are low friction, noise and damage, providing increased durability and service life.
Borg & Beck CV Joints and Driveshafts are finished with neoprene Boots and packed with specially formulated moly grease to protect against abrasion and resist extreme temperature erosion.
Borg & Beck CV Joints are also available separately and are supplied as a complete kit, including the boot, steel clips, grease, hub nut and replacement circlip.
All the new additions come with a two-year / 24,000-mile warranty.