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R50/53 R50 Pass. Cv Axle snapped twice in one week?

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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 02:25 PM
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R50 Pass. Cv Axle snapped twice in one week?

I was backing out of my driveway last week and i remembered I forgot something and kind of popped the clutch back into the driveway, just after I realized the passengers side half shaft split in two pieces at the mounting bracket that holds the bearing. I replaced it with a new one in the correct fashion and it split again after a short trip around the block. Anyone have a clue as to why this is happening?
 
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 07:45 PM
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If you broke 2 of them I'm guessing you are using aftermarket FEQ axles as I've seen this several times with them and don't recommend them for that reason.
 
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