robot808

So, I was under the car last night and noticed my passenger side boot has a pretty big hole in it.
I will be getting the new boot, but with the holiday weekend here, I doubt I will receive it in time to install before my drive to SITM.
Any McGruber style patch ideas worth trying just to get me there and back before I install the new one?
To be clear, I am going torn boot or not. If I can figure out a way to be slinging grease everywhere, that would be nice.

Landseer

Wipe with mineral spirits and duct tape it?

robot808

God, I love duct tape. That's legit? You think it'll stay on?

Landseer

If you do it during full extension of that side and leave room for it to move.
Should.

There might also be some sort of aftermarket boot for CVs or steering racks , slit down one side with a method to overlap and seal them. Just trying to brainstrom with you a bit.

robot808

I'm with ya, I called all the local parts stores looking for something like that with no success. I'm liking the duct tape. I think I have some red duct tape, perhaps I'll get a little performance boost.

SeanR

Get some of the self adhesive silicone tape. H2O proof.

Stromius

Once you have the part and can get under the car, you can undo the inner tie rod connection with a 22mm and 32 mm (7/8" and 1 1/4 resp) wrenches. Just cut the old one lengthwise with a utility blade, clean then put on a new one. 30 minutes maybe and no change to alignment.

robot808

Thanks guys.
Stefan, I have the boot on it's way . I am just worried I might not get it in time to install before I leave.

Stromius

Take it with you...never know if there's an opty to show off!

Tails

I would suggest "rubber weld" tape as it is self amalgamating tape. Boat Chandlers ususlly carry it.
I carry a role of it in car as it is around the same size a electrical tape.
Tails 1990 928S4 Auto

James Bailey

The boot does NOT hold grease or ps fluid in, it does keep dust/grit off the shaft /rack to keep it from eating up the seals . If you have PS fluid in the boot the rack is already leaking.

robot808

James,
I didn't actually see any PS fluid. I falsely assumed grease in there. I have no reason to think the rack jacked.
You have actually made me feel better about temporary fix, if I need it.

SQLGuy

One other option would be to pick up a foot or so of air duct from NAPA (they sell various diameters by the foot). Pick a diameter similar to the OD of the boot, then you can probably tie fasten or clamp the inner end, and tie fasten, clamp, or duct tape the outer end.

robot808

Thats not bad.