2001 allroad CV Boot Replacement

[Mike Veglia]

A friend's 2001 allroad needs new front CV Boots. He has a new baby and is recently unemployed so I want to try and help do this for him. I have done the front boots on my C4 chassis A6q and I find the job pretty painless, but am seeking BTDT experiences on the C5 chassis allroad. There doesn't seem to be much out there in the way of write-ups so I am turning to the old reliable q-list for help and advice on this one. Can the front axles be removed without removing the dreaded upper "pinch bolt"? Any help and advice will be greatly appreceated. TIA

Mike Veglia