2004TJ front end wobble
06-23-2005, 06:34 PM
#31
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Bill -
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:34 PM
#32
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Bill -
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:34 PM
#33
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Bill -
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
I'll post it. Seems like while there is a lot of information on death
wobble, exact resolutions and step-by-step are rare, the postings seem
to show possible causes, then things get fixed, then more things get
fixed... And then the poster stops posting...
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:47 PM
#34
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Doug -
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:47 PM
#35
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Doug -
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:47 PM
#36
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Doug -
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
06-23-2005, 06:47 PM
#37
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
Doug -
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
replacement or just front?
Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
SO - to summarize so far:
- I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
for next week.
- I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
fan switch relay under warrantee...
- I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
- I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
changing the shocks and stabilizers.
That's what I see so far.
--doug
06-23-2005, 07:24 PM
#38
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
damgoodespresso@gmail.com did pass the time by typing:
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
06-23-2005, 07:24 PM
#39
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
damgoodespresso@gmail.com did pass the time by typing:
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
06-23-2005, 07:24 PM
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Re: 2004TJ front end wobble
damgoodespresso@gmail.com did pass the time by typing:
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!
> Doug -
>
> Thanks. That sounds straightforward. Front and rear shocks
> replacement or just front?
I'd do both. Most places have a discount for buying a whole set.
But if it's not in the budget...
> Any recommendation on (highway) shocks and stabilizers to use for
> replacement? I drive mostly highway (daily driver).
Anything but the RS 5000 shocks as they are WAY stiff according to
what I've heard here. I run the edelbrock IAS shock and have been
pleased with the handling. The adjustable ones are neet, both edelbrock
and rancho make them. Not much need unless you like to play with the
suspension settings though.
Possibly DT3000. http://www.rockymountainsusp.com/W_shocks_Doetsch.htm
Although they are a bit on the pricy side.
My opinions on shocks will not quite be best for you. The ZJ is a bit
heavier than your TJ. But my driving style is agressive so a harder
ride is more to my liking.
> SO - to summarize so far:
>
> - I'll jack up the vehicle tonight (maybe tomorrow, worst case
> Saturday...) and look at wear and play where there shouldn't be such.
> Especially track bar and stabilizer shock... I'm scheduling the dealer
> for next week.
>
> - I'll find replacement shocks and stabilizer shock, and get wheels
> balanced and alignment checked, while having the dealer check for any
> specific problem just for laughs, while he replaces the fan switch or
> fan switch relay under warrantee...
>
> - I'll check if the wheel balance and alignment changed or eliminated
> the problem - I'll still plan on replacing the shocks and stabilizer
> soon in any case, but sooner if the problem persists.
>
> - I'll post what the dealer finds, and the results of fixing just the
> balance and alignment at this point, then follow up with the result of
> changing the shocks and stabilizers.
Sounds like your on the right track. You should also check the sway
bar bushings and track bar bushings while your under there.
--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.***.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!