How to remove CV dust covers?

[blacksport325]

I'm changing the boots on my half shafts and i'm stuck with getting the metal dust covers off the inner ends. I've tried hitting them with a hammer/prying with a screwdriver. It looks like I may just need to destroy them and get new ones at this point, any tips/tricks?

[blacksport325]

After looking around, it sounds like there is a sealant on these, I'm just going to order OEM boot repair kits so I can destroy this dust shield

[drumad]

I had my dad hold the outer end up and I basically walloped on the dust cover edge with a hammer and drift til it popped off. I probably shouldve used a bench vise but I didnt have one. And yes, you're better off getting new ones as you'll probably mar up the OG one up in the process.

[barry]

I have a set for sale, thats what I do for a living, LOL wait until you get inside and see what needs cleaning, and you better know how they go back together?

GL

[jlevie]

You will need new dust covers as you damage the old ones getting them off. I use a flat ended drift to drive them off.