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2000 cherokee DEATH WOBBLE

4K views 34 replies 18 participants last post by  skife 
#1 ·
I just bought a cherokee and it has death wobble it's not lifted and has good tires.
I have already replaced the front shocks but still have the problem.
Where do i go from here? really need to fix this.
 
#6 ·
Something in the front end is loose or worn. Start there.

Ball joints.
Track bar
control arms
tie rods
wheel bearings
shocks
alignment
tires

Its one of those things. Usually a combination. And usually all take excessive wear while death wobbling. Just replace everything now, or everything piece by piece. Your choice.
 
#22 ·
first off i wasnt degrading anyone. i was simply stating a fact. it happened to me. everything was replaced (even your bent rim and bad tire theory). second off...obviously you are smarter than the manufacturer. they just simply put them on there for looks. serve no purpose...right? :finger:
 
#31 ·
3 easiest things to check.... and will solve most DW

1. have a buddy turn the steering wheel while your tires are on the ground.... if your track bar moves left/right near the mount on the frame... time to replace
2. make sure both front tires are balanced
3. check your wheel bearings for wear... check your tire for play in 13-3-6-9 o'clock positions.
 
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