jeeps that don't get death wobble?

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Jan 9, 2012 | 10:25 AM

#16

xj_maniac_newb

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From: Summerville, Ga

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 2.5 4 cyl.

Mine has it now, however my tires are to blame. Those federals really dont like going up and over mountain curves at 60+ 3 times a week for a year... lol

Jan 9, 2012 | 10:45 AM

#17

98_XJ Sport

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From: Flagstaff, Arizona

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L I6

I don't have it.

Jan 9, 2012 | 12:21 PM

#18

chill

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Model: Cherokee

old YJ don't tend to have death woble due to the fact they have leaf springs in front. but if you modify them it can be a problem. I've fixed death woble on a xj with just a wheel balance and alignment. if that doesnt cure it then you have issues with worn rod ends and/or bushings. excecive play in the steering gear box can be a multiplyer.

Jan 9, 2012 | 01:09 PM

#19

XJ98sport

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From: San Juan, PR

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

I don't have death wobble

Jan 9, 2012 | 01:16 PM

#20

mossyoak20

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From: San Antonio

Model: Cherokee

I don't have it either anymore, but I was inquiring about which model 4x4 jeeps don't have the DW issue.

Jan 9, 2012 | 01:23 PM

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Lowrange2

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From: +34° 25' 35.67", -81° 21' 12.04"

Year: 1993

Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjwalker

http://www.kevinsoffroad.com/how-to-...-death-wobble/

This guy has lost his damn mind! I'd fashion a bushing out of wood before I'd pay 80 bucks for a damn durometer bushing.

Jan 9, 2012 | 01:23 PM

#22

stev-o

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From: phoenix az

Year: 1989

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0l 6 cylinder

I get death wobble a little
does everyones front end squik wen u drive over speed bumps and things mine kinda clunks a little bit

Jan 9, 2012 | 01:32 PM

#23

tjwalker

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From: In the middle of Minnesota!

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by lowrange2

This guy has lost his damn mind! I'd fashion a bushing out of wood before I'd pay 80 bucks for a damn durometer bushing.

Yes, his prices are high. But the main reason I put his link in there is because he is very proficient at determining "root cause" of death wobble. And his article has helped more than a few get to the bottom of theirs.