Good connection and fit. The trunk would not close. Used a press to caulk the trunk, kept popping out. Simply installed unsealed. Used silicone all around except rear so excess grease blows off the rear of the brake disc rotor. These lower articulated boots were factory sealed many years ago in the 70's, I don't know why they aren't factory pressed now. Above I know why, below I see no reason why the factory stopped pressing boots. All tie rod joints are no longer pressed into dust bags. Whyโฆ