posted 05-19-2021 09:57 AM                  

They ordered the seal as it is in stock but not nearby, so no guarantee on when they can get it. They may be able to find the boot through a vintage supplier they work with so waiting to hear back on that. Here are the part numbers, in case anyone has them: Boot: 4728262, seal: 4539891. I was hoping these parts would not have been Prowler-unique but they claim they are.

posted 05-19-2021 10:32 AM                  

Might want to look at this link : https://store.mopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-shaft-axle-half-4882521ac

2nd option would be to call a wrecker with a Prowler

3rd option (I know, its cursing in the church) call the Prowler Store. They have second hand parts available they took from dismantled Prolwers.

posted 05-19-2021 11:05 AM                  

See my update here: http://www.prowleronline.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/024819.html

posted 05-19-2021 11:18 AM                  

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Originally posted by koolkty:
Tony Goertz just reached out to me, and said he may have the parts I need. He will check and let me know. Thanks Tony!!

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posted 05-19-2021 11:19 AM                  

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Originally posted by Scott99:
Hi, I researched this area 2 years ago.
The boots are 2 different p/ns and different material as well.

See my update here: http://www.prowleronline.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/024819.html

Scott

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Hi Scott - thanks for posting this. It does sound similar to my issue. I see that your inner boot part number matches the number they gave me. So is there another boot on the inside that we can't see without disassembling it? I thought the boot I could see was all there was, but of course I know next to nothing on this. The inner boot may have been available back in 2019 when you wrote your post but it's not available from Mopar now, although as I just replied from my talk with Tony, he knows where I can find one.

posted 05-19-2021 11:32 AM                  

https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-MOPAR-BOOT-KIT-Right-Half-Shaft-Inner-04728262-/274625284466

When the shop said I needed a new seal, I thought they were referring to the clamp. As per Tony's response above, I shouldn't need the seal. But if I did, looks like that is on ebay too.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/401724007824?epid=81189715&hash=item5d889de590:g:Je0AAOSwH9JeQzew

posted 05-19-2021 01:48 PM                  

This issue is getting complicated...

The Boot P/N 4728262 is correct for the Inner Boot. But as I pointed out 2 years ago in my post, what is inside the box is a plastic boot (which is for the outer boot).

The picture from the eBay ad you found is the same boot I have in my garage. It is a plastic material and the number stamped on it is the same as the one I have.

However, the Inner Boot is rubber! Even though the Ad says 4728262 and the box says it too, what is inside the box is incorrect. THIS is what happened to me 2 years ago.

UPDATE.. 5/20/21..Now, after revisiting this issue, I contacted a seller on eBay and confirmed that CV Boot P/N 4863722 (Outer) is also plastic.

Inner Boot P/N 4728262 is still available on Moparpartsgiant.com... But I do not understand why the material is different than what is on our cars. I guess I was lucky 2 years ago when simply tightening the clamp on my inner boot solved my problem.

I will PM you and we can discuss this further.
Scott

posted 05-20-2021 02:51 PM                  

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Originally posted by Tom Mills:
Quote "The axle shaft is leaking because the shaft is slightly out of alignment, probably due to something I hit during the trip. They could replace the boot and seal and refill it with grease, but because the axle is out of alignment, the grease will keep coming out anyway."

Not sure where the mechanic is coming from but what he is telling you is impossible. I didn't see any signs of anything hitting the axle and there is no way for it to be out of alignment. I would love to hear him explain that one to me. Of course the easiest way to repair the situation is to replace the axle but if it was mine I would remove the boot and see what you have first. That may be all that is needed. Just an opinion from a guy that has been in the auto repair business for 60 years. LOL

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Couldn’t agree more Tom. Well put.
The answer and rectification will be a very simple one.

posted 05-20-2021 03:44 PM                  

Well, after more searching I came across this eBay listing from Empi....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/201684711045
Rear Inner & Outer CV Axle Boot Kit For Chrysler Prowler 2001 2002 EMPI Boots. ($29.99 per set)

I'm going to order a set and report back what I get. Looks promising!

Scott

posted 05-25-2021 01:40 PM                  

NAPA: (@ napaonline.com)
The description field says Front Inner and Front Outer.

NAPA US P/Ns are
Inner CV Boot P/N 6862265
Outer CV Boot P/N 6862342

Both Boots are neoprene rubber manufactured by EMPI in Anaheim, CA

EMPI info

After searching on eBay I found a package deal which includes BOTH inner and outer cv boots with all clamps and grease. Enough to do ONE half-shaft. for $29.99

on eBay, search on "rear inner & outer CV Axle Boot Kit for Chrysler Prowler 2001 2001 EMPI"
(This 2 boot package seems to be unique to this seller)

OR - you can go direct to an EMPI distributor
EMPI Dealer locator>>> https://empius.com/dealer-locator

Inner CV Boot P/N 86-2265-D
Outer CV Boot P/N 86-2342-D

Mopar Info

I ordered both Mopar P/Ns. The inner CV Boot from Mopar is a cylindrical plastic boot and is not the same as the outer boot. DO Not order the Mopar p/n. Th Inner CV joint is referred to as a "tripod". Only the NAPA/EMPI Boot has these indentations in it.

Inner CV Boot P/N 4728262 (DO Not Order)
Outer CV Boot P/N 4863722

I suppose the correct way to replace these boots would be to replace the inner cv boot with the NAPA/EMPI rubber boot and the Mopar plastic boot for the outer CV Joint. But as Black Diamond found out, having them both be rubber doesn't effect anything and works just fine.

Hope this helps out in the future

EMPI Boots:

MOPAR Boots:

posted 05-25-2021 04:17 PM                  

Part number in eBay picture appears to be different than shown by Scott99 from EMPI in other part of his post???

posted 05-25-2021 04:29 PM                  

I ordered the eBay item shown which includes both EMPI Boots. Both boots were in the same box with the P/N 86-2342-D on it. I can't explain the p/ns that seller shows.
I reached out directly to EMPI and confirmed that the inner boot p/n I show is a valid p/n.