> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://manual.rush.sr/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://manual.rush.sr/maintenance/each-year/rebuilding-axles.md). # Rebuilding Axles See the below community video on axle rebuilds (thank you to Michael Schneider). PLEASE NOTE, only Redline CV-2 CV grease should be used when rebuilding your CV's. This grease is designed to take the temperature associated with racing. Most other graphite / molly loaded CV greases are not suitable. {% embed url="" %} ## CV Joint Clocking Correct clocking of the inner race is the most common mistake when rebuilding axles. **The rule:** The inner race has one flat side and one indented side. The **indented side faces inboard** (toward the center of the axle). Getting this wrong will cause premature CV failure. If in doubt, disassemble and recheck before sealing. Seal the mating surfaces with high-temp RTV. Do not over-apply — a thin bead is sufficient. See also: [2025-07-09 Upgraded Outboard CV Joint Hardware TSB](https://github.com/Rush-Auto-Works/RushSR-Manual/blob/main/maintenance/service-bulletins/2025-07-09-upgraded-cv-joint-hardware.md) --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://manual.rush.sr/maintenance/each-year/rebuilding-axles.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.