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Old Feb 7, 2012 | 07:02 AM
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i replaced the u joints in the rear but still have a vibration. would a bent crossmeber thats is on the transfer case throw a diffrent pinion angle and cause a vibration. i want a smooth ride. Any ideas???
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Old Feb 7, 2012 | 07:05 AM
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yup, a bent cross member will definitely throw a vibe. is yours bent?

you could always remove the rear drive shaft and stuff a large to-go coffee cup on the end of the t-case and take it for a spin to see if the vibe goes away. (you'll need it in 4hi for this).

have your tires been balanced? do you have a bent rim? mud/ice stuck in the rim?
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Old Feb 7, 2012 | 09:17 AM
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i dont think its the tires when im doing like 25 its smooth i love it when i do like 45 i have to like baby the throttle to get the vibe to go away. and yes my cross member is bent. i just purchased the jeep so not sure how it got bent.
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Old Feb 7, 2012 | 05:50 PM
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start by changing out that cross member. being bent is changing the rear drive shaft angle. this can give you mad vibes.
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