never have had this problem...a few months ago it was a fire not a broken axle bolt BIG difference. it's just that little thin metal cap that goes between the cv and the transmission. it's dome shaped. that's about all i know how to describe it. i can't even find the friggin thing on any of the parts place lists. Date: Tue, 20 May 2008 21:39:40 -0500From: evilscientistboo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx: tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx: [tcb] Re: WAAAABAMEEEEEEEEEE If it's the cap that goes over the axle splines It seals the end of the axle flange and prevents gear oil from seeping into the CV Joint.Didn't you just have this problem a few months ago? -----Original Message----- From: Brian Denning Sent: May 20, 2008 8:39 PM To: tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [tcb] WAAAABAMEEEEEEEEEE that's what my bus just sounded like...evidently the axle nuts backed off on the driverside axle...oh well, it's time to replace those boots anyway. i do have a question though...there is a little cap thingy that goes between the cv joint and the transmission what is that cap thingy and do i need it? mine is smooshed and bent and everything else....evidently when the axle came loose it shot that piece under the tire. Give to a good cause with every e-mail. Join the i’m Initiative from Microsoft. _________________________________________________________________ Keep your kids safer online with Windows Live Family Safety. http://www.windowslive.com/family_safety/overview.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Refresh_family_safety_052008