CV boot fix on 5kcstq

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I personally make a point to replace the drive flange seal every time ... 
but the fact that Audi doesn't even stock the part speaks to whether or not 
the Audi techs feel it is.  If there is still a compliant gasket on the end 
of the inner CVJ you are probably OK.

Steve B
San Jose, CA (USA)
>
> Okay, next silly question- The Bentley indicates that the ring gasket that 
> goes
> between the inner CVJ and the tranny flange must be replaced.  Is this
> absolutely necessary?  I have no idea where to get one- I assume I'll have 
> to
> cut one for myself - out of what material should such a gasket be made?