gimik

he quoted me $275 originally for the inner, then charged another $90 for the outer boot ($50 part + $40 labor). i questioned the dude as i was expecting $300, but i wasn't sure if $50 was accurate for the boot or not.

Audi Junkie

Well, the boots are under $10.

A4driver1point8

You can buy a new axle with brand new boots and joints from raxles.com for 200 shipped.

silvrsprt1.8t

where did you get it done so i can make sure i don't go there

gimik

i was aware of the $200 raxle option, but as i understand it those are usually rebuilt (and that doesn't include labor).

sounds like sub $300 would've been more reasonable for just both boots.

Spinnetti

Given that labor rates are around $80 for a decent shop, and its at least several hours of work (book rate), so the $275 number sounds about right with the parts cost listed.. I don't know where you could get a decent quality boot for $10...

All Wheel Driver

$370 to repace both isn't bad.

My guy says the replacement kit is $50, so that sounds right.

Mrkrad

axle comes with both boots.

you sure he didn't just replace the whole damn axle?

gimik

$275 for the whole axle doesn't seem accurate. i did call lots of shops before hand that quoted about $380 for the whole axle replacement depending on a new or rebuilt axle. the problem is most of the shops also said prices would vary depending on the specific axle (which some shops wouldn't even try to guess on).

dealer quoted about $380 for the boots, and something crazy like $1300 for the axle.

silvrsprt1.8t

run away