I could use some help,
I've replaced so many parts on my 99XJ, changed fluids and upgraded in such a short time- Learned a lot about the XJ in a months time. But I need to learn about front end parts.

I'd like to get the front end updated on maintenance, the last owner did nothing for 3 years...

What I'm aiming for is all bearings and axle related parts I can replace within reason.
Could you tell me what can and should be replaced?

which would you choose for hubs?
Raybestos 713158 Professional Grade Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly
or
Moog Part No. 513084 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly?

The brake pads are fine as the clappers too.
I'd like to change the axle gear oil(75W90), but want to wait til all the other parts are done.

thanks!!

 

anyone?
I'd like to order what I need today and have it ready for the weekend.
thanks.

 

does anything look worn? i have a 98 with 180k on it and my front end is in pretty good shape. only thing i've done to it is a new steering stabilizer

 

If nothing's worn or bad, grease your zerks and change the diff fluid. But if you need wheel bearings I'm pretty sure moogs have something like a 3 year warranty on them.

 

steering stabilzer for sure. i got a 93 XJ and i was getting death wobbles around 55 mph. it was very bad lol. but for 33 dollars the problem was fixed.

 

replacing the steering stabilizer only temporarily covers up the real problem behind death wobble. Before long the failing component will wear through that new steering stabilizer and you are back to where you started, more than likely.

 

^This is very true.

 

then may i ask exactly what is the most common problem with xj death wobble? it had me stumped when i was experiencing it

 

From your long running post I know your truck has close to 160k on it, so might not be a bad idea to change the wheel bearings and also the axle shaft u joints whilst you're at it.
Either of those units would probably work.

 

That is the big question, lol. Generally worn steering/suspension components or tires. There are a few checklists that are prioritized in order of free/easy to not so free/easy things to check. Just have to get under and feel around for anything loose, bent, missing, or rubbing where there shouldn't be rubbing.

 

lol ya very big list. but my steering stabilizer was bad anyway...lots of play in it and you could pull it out but it wouldn go back in lol. looked orginal and i got 247,XXX miles

 

It's not supposed to go back in when you pull it out...

 

Correct. just about 155K on the clock.
Could you suggest wheel bearings and axle shaft U joints?
Is there a preference as to which hub I should use?

There are no signs of wear on anything, it's amazing how clean and un-messed with it is under my XJ. I was blessed with this original beauty. (good shopping skillz)

I'm try to do my best in regards for preventative maintenance and take advantage of a place to work. I'd like to see 255K on my XJ with min headaches...

To the other comments,
I do not have the death wobble.
Nearly all of my suspension is new when I did the BDS lift including a new steering stabilizer.

 

drive with out? what is the purpose of it if you can go without it

 

They mean your test was a flawed theory. Read again lol