[FuLcRuM]

I bought a set second hand as well. They were quiet the first couple trips then started ticking in 4WD. They were binding pretty bad after the second trip after the ticking started and I contacted RCV, they sent me replacements for free, and I wasn't the original purchaser.

I think I heard there was a slight defect in the original design that cause premature failure in the JK D44, but it has been corrected now.

 

[SlvrJK]

What grease is everyone using? Did you guys purchase the expensive moly grease RCV sells, or regular off the self stuff from an auto parts store?

After talking to the RCV rep at the all breeds jeep show in york I ended up buying some valvoline synthetic grease with moly lubricant in it that is inteded for use in cv shafts that I was able to find at my local parts store.

I don't beleive the clicking in the shafts is a huge deal, yea it's an annoyance but they flat out work. I've beaten the crap out of mine and they jsut keep taking it, I used to go through ijointed shafts like crazy and now it's no longer an issue.

I would however like to get input from someone over at rcv on the matter.

 

[jerseyjeep95]

After talking to the RCV rep at the all breeds jeep show in york I ended up buying some valvoline synthetic grease with moly lubricant in it that is inteded for use in cv shafts that I was able to find at my local parts store.

I don't beleive the clicking in the shafts is a huge deal, yea it's an annoyance but they flat out work. I've beaten the crap out of mine and they jsut keep taking it, I used to go through ijointed shafts like crazy and now it's no longer an issue.

I would however like to get input from someone over at rcv on the matter.

That's the stuff that's in my gun now.

 

[RCV PERFORMANCE]

As you are already aware, RCV Performance’s lifetime warranty does not cover wear. The clicking noise is a result of extra clearance from wear within the internal CV components, which can be accelerated by over-steering. We have heard your concerns over the price of our rebuild kits. We know you pay a premium price for a premium product, so we have decided to lower the price of the rebuild kits to keep maintenance costs at a minimum. Our goal here at RCV Performance is to offer the best products on the market and back it with the finest customer service possible. We do listen to your opinions, and strive to better our business by them.

Regards,
RCV Performance

 

[Uncle Sams Misguided Child]

:rockon:

 

[HEEPJEEP]

As you are already aware, RCV Performance’s lifetime warranty does not cover wear. The clicking noise is a result of extra clearance from wear within the internal CV components, which can be accelerated by over-steering. We have heard your concerns over the price of our rebuild kits. We know you pay a premium price for a premium product, so we have decided to lower the price of the rebuild kits to keep maintenance costs at a minimum. Our goal here at RCV Performance is to offer the best products on the market and back it with the finest customer service possible. We do listen to your opinions, and strive to better our business by them.

Regards,
RCV Performance

Thanks for the input in the thread! It's awesome a vendor is willing to listen to the customer and react (and professional). I am ordering some RCV's for me D60 front this month and don't have a doubt in my mind that I will be satisfied with the decision and investment. Thanks!

 

[Dennisr]

Like you can see, RCV replied after I made them aware of this thread and their opnion was asked. Kraig also replied to me with an email, which stated

"RCV talked about this as a team and want make this right by you, can I send you 2 new cv joints, they will be greased up and ready to plug in and go. Please make sure you limit your steering angle to 42 degrees. Let me know if this option works for you."

Good quality products, deserve a good quality service.

He'll send me a tracking number tommorow, so the replacement items are on their way.

This story could help those who are still in doubt, what kind of shafts they want to buy.

Thank you RCV

 

[bo9roadking]

As you are already aware, RCV Performance’s lifetime warranty does not cover wear. The clicking noise is a result of extra clearance from wear within the internal CV components, which can be accelerated by over-steering. We have heard your concerns over the price of our rebuild kits. We know you pay a premium price for a premium product, so we have decided to lower the price of the rebuild kits to keep maintenance costs at a minimum. Our goal here at RCV Performance is to offer the best products on the market and back it with the finest customer service possible. We do listen to your opinions, and strive to better our business by them.

Regards,
RCV Performance

I just bought RCVs for my PR44U because I thought they were the best option for a front axle shaft. Thanks for reinforcing my decision to buy RCV.

 

[SlvrJK]

As you are already aware, RCV Performance’s lifetime warranty does not cover wear. The clicking noise is a result of extra clearance from wear within the internal CV components, which can be accelerated by over-steering. We have heard your concerns over the price of our rebuild kits. We know you pay a premium price for a premium product, so we have decided to lower the price of the rebuild kits to keep maintenance costs at a minimum. Our goal here at RCV Performance is to offer the best products on the market and back it with the finest customer service possible. We do listen to your opinions, and strive to better our business by them.

Regards,
RCV Performance

This is the kind of stuff I like to see. Makes me feel good when you pay a premium for a product because it is damn well worth it, especially when the manufacturer backs it up. Thank you.

Quick question though, what exactly is included in the rebuild kit?

 

[Animal52]

Like you can see, RCV replied after I made them aware of this thread and their opnion was asked. Kraig also replied to me with an email, which stated

"RCV talked about this as a team and want make this right by you, can I send you 2 new cv joints, they will be greased up and ready to plug in and go. Please make sure you limit your steering angle to 42 degrees. Let me know if this option works for you."

Good quality products, deserve a good quality service.

He'll send me a tracking number tommorow, so the replacement items are on their way.

This story could help those who are still in doubt, what kind of shafts they want to buy.

Thank you RCV

How do you limit your steer to 42 degrees? Is there a kit out there that limits steer? I know some race cars have them

 

[Alaska-HWY JK]

There are adjustable steering stops.

 

[RCV PERFORMANCE]

This is the kind of stuff I like to see. Makes me feel good when you pay a premium for a product because it is damn well worth it, especially when the manufacturer backs it up. Thank you.

Quick question though, what exactly is included in the rebuild kit?

A rebuild kit comes with a cage, race and 6 bearings which are all the internal components in one outer CV joint. See more info and a photo here: http://www.rcvperformance.com/product-details.aspx?sku=D44-R

 

[SlvrJK]

A rebuild kit comes with a cage, race and 6 bearings which are all the internal components in one outer CV joint. See more info and a photo here: http://www.rcvperformance.com/product-details.aspx?sku=D44-R

Awesome, thanks.

 

[89yjon]

How do you limit your steer to 42 degrees? Is there a kit out there that limits steer? I know some race cars have them

X2 I have noticed some clicking from my cv joints as well. I just bought my jk and the shafts are not even 2 years old yet. Im running a prorock unlimited d44 with reid knuckles and my 37's dont rub anywhere. Im kind of concerned about the noise...

 

[Dennisr]

X2 I have noticed some clicking from my cv joints as well. I just bought my jk and the shafts are not even 2 years old yet. Im running a prorock unlimited d44 with reid knuckles and my 37's dont rub anywhere. Im kind of concerned about the noise...

Draw a line on the ground longer than you Jeep. Take an angle ruler and draw another line with a 42 degree angle (almost at the end). Take your Jeep and drive straight over the line untill the center of your front wheel is on top of the crossing with the 42 degree line.

Turn your steeringwheel to the end and check if your wheel passes the 42 degrees, or stays within the line.

I hope you understand my explanation (English is not my native language)

 

[89yjon]

Draw a line on the ground longer than you Jeep. Take an angle ruler and draw another line with a 42 degree angle (almost at the end). Take your Jeep and drive straight over the line untill the center of your front wheel is on top of the crossing with the 42 degree line.

Turn your steeringwheel to the end and check if your wheel passes the 42 degrees, or stays within the line.

I hope you understand my explanation (English is not my native language)

Thanks! Ill try that this weekend and see what the outcome is.

 

[TJDukit]

If you end up going past 42 degrees add a washer to your steering stops and check again. Add washers until you no longer pass 42 degrees.

 

[Uneasy Rider]

Good thread.
I am shocked at how fast these RCV axles are needing to be rebuilt. I would be pissed if I had to rebuild them with under 30k miles on them. Especially for the price.

I thought they were supposed to be bullet proof?

They were on my short list of mods...but not now!!

 

[Dennisr]

Good thread.
I am shocked at how fast these RCV axles are needing to be rebuilt. I would be pissed if I had to rebuild them with under 30k miles on them. Especially for the price.

I thought they were supposed to be bullet proof?

They were on my short list of mods...but not now!!

I have to say that I received a pair of brandnew outers with joints. Thank you RCV for that, but I am with you that they started clicking pretty soon. They're not broken or anything like that, but it is the first fase of wear. Before I put the new ones on the Jeep I'll check my turning degrees.

I'm still happy with my shafts, because they are reliable in strenght and that is wat I want when I'm miles from home doing a wheeling trip.

 

[abendx]

Strange that this thread came up. I was thinking of getting RCVs for my buggy, but 2 guys I know running them in their JKs had to send them back to get the Joints rebuilt when they were still pretty new.

Hmmmm, Maybe I will just stay with my original plan and get chromo shafts and CTMs - I know those last.

Chris.... mine's been clicking since god knows when. RCV had me send them in for rebuild (free), but it corrected nothing. I am not sure if it is the RCV or not, but you know how I wheel and I have yet to have any issue other than a constant question of why is your front clicking.

Between the warranty, silkiness at lock, and strength gains over a u-joint... the few drawbacks are WAY too small to keep you from running these.

They will go into my new front end.