Is there a way to replace a torn tie rod boot--the boot on the steering gear
around the tie rod--without removing the tie rod or the tie rod end?

I rememember years ago seeing a CV joint rubber boot for a beetle that was
split length-wise and clipped over the CV joint to allow replacement of the boot
without removing the entire CV joint. How well this repair boot worked I
don't know.

If there is not this simple repair, what is the process? The tie rod end need
to be pressed out of the steering knuckle, then unscrew the tie rod from the
steering gear, swap in a new boot and reassemble--then get alignment adjusted?

I suppose if I have to go that far, I might as well replace the tie rod ends
while I'm in there?

Any info appreciated.
Thanks
Jeff
83.5 Westy
LA,CA