TrakMotive VW-8165 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Right

OE-Style Rear Right CV Axle for Boxster

TrakMotive VW-8165 is a premium CV axle shaft for the rear right position on 2003-2004 Porsche Boxster models. It is built as an OEM-style axle to help preserve original ride quality while matching the fitment and driveline layout of the application.

This CV axle shaft includes a 48-tooth ABS ring with a window-style tone ring, a self-locking axle nut, and neoprene boot materials at both joints. TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line is backed by ISO 9001:2008 and TS 16949:2009 certified manufacturing standards.

Key Features

• Fits 2003-2004 Porsche Boxster, rear right
• TrakMotive part number VW-8165
• OEM-style axle for original ride quality
• Premium-grade CV axle shaft construction
• 48-tooth ABS ring with included tone ring
• Neoprene inboard and outboard joint boot material
• Inboard joint type: bolt-on with 6 bolt holes
• Outboard joint type: conventional with 28 outboard splines
• Axle nut included: M22x1.5, 32 mm hex, self-locking

Detailed Description

TrakMotive VW-8165 is a rear right CV axle shaft engineered for the 2003-2004 Porsche Boxster. The axle uses a bolt-on inboard joint and a spline-style outboard shaft connection, with overall compressed length of 695 mm and extended length of 767 mm for application-specific fitment. The included ABS tone ring and 48-tooth window-style ring support vehicles equipped with ABS, while TrakMotive notes that ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted.

For shoppers searching for a Porsche Boxster rear right CV axle shaft, Porsche Boxster axle replacement, or TrakMotive VW-8165, this part provides a direct driveline service option for the listed vehicle years. This part cross-references Porsche 98633202410 and 98633202416 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping from a worn CV joint during turns
• Vibration from a damaged or unbalanced axle shaft
• Torn axle boots that allow grease loss and contamination
• ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring
• Driveline noise from excessive CV joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear right placement, spline count, and axle nut specifications before installation. Inspect hub, seals, and surrounding suspension components for wear, and replace any damaged hardware or fasteners that are not reusable according to service procedures. Torque all fasteners to Porsche service specifications and verify ABS operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive manufactures this CV axle shaft under ISO 9001:2008 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems. The product line is supported by a limited lifetime warranty.