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Nov 3, 2014 | 07:49 AM

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cruiser54

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From: Prescott, Az

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0

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Originally Posted by caged

what do you mean waste money? a reputable shop won't charge you for a quick and knowledgeable assessment. then you go buy said part and fix it yourself...

all components listed are only a possibility of what could cause the problem.

too many armchair mechanics here.

Yes. Have it inspected.

Could be as simple as being toed out a little bit.

Nov 3, 2014 | 02:58 PM

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Sherman134

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Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0l

Thanks for the help, I had it checked out and everything was tight, no adjustment needed. She was handling well today, even up to 55mph. The steering was tight with absolutely zero play, however, I did not get it up to 60-65 where the lightness developed last time.

So, knowing everything is tight, what would cause the steering to get light and wander at high speeds? (no play in steering wheel )

Nov 3, 2014 | 03:16 PM

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cruiser54

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Year: 1990

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So, they checked the toe-in?

What was the spec on it?

Nov 3, 2014 | 03:22 PM

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So, they checked the toe-in? What was the spec on it?

No, he only checked it for play. It was just a quick inspection as I was low on time. Plus, I know how to check toe in for a basic alignment. Is there a specific number it should be?

Nov 3, 2014 | 03:27 PM

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cruiser54

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Year: 1990

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No, he only checked it for play. It was just a quick inspection as I was low on time. Plus, I know how to check toe in for a basic alignment. Is there a specific number it should be?

About 1/16" toed in. Any toe-out will cause wandering.