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Replying to: riclee (Oct 15, 2008 1:41 pm) My steering setup is stock with the exception of aftermarket swaybar disconnects (like those shown in the pic), aftermarket track bar (made by JKS), and a tie rod for a Grand Cherokee (since it is thicker and stronger). Geometries are 100% the same though. For checking the loose nuts, have somebody sit behind the wheel. Start the Jeep. Have them slowly steer back and forth at your command. 1. Check the joints for the trackbar (frame and lower passenger axle). If there is any movement, they need to be tightened down. 2. Check the tierod ends. If the do anything OTHER than rotate the bar a tiny bit (ie there appears to be play), tighten em down. 3. Check the drag link ends. If it is loose at the steering box, tighten as best you can. 4. If you can jack up your front a bit so wheels are off the ground, do that. Then grab the top and bottom of the tire and see if you can 'rock' the wheel back and forth. It may have a tiny bit of play, and that is normal. If it seems excessive, your ball joints may be toast. 5. While it is jacked up, grab one end of the axle and see if you can 'rock' it forward and back. If you can move it excessively, your control arm bushings may be worn and may need replacement. Most likely, you'll find one of those to be the case. As for tightening down, a torque wrench is a GREAT investment and you can find them at harbor freight fairly inexpensively. You can also pick up a Haynes manual from places like Autozone for about 20.00. I'm not mechanically inclined when I started, but now have no problems working on my Jeep at all. -Paul
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Replying to: erickpl (Oct 16, 2008 8:05 am)
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Replying to: riclee (Oct 16, 2008 2:33 pm) -Paul
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Replying to: erickpl (Oct 17, 2008 5:12 am) Anyhow, I want to learn as much as I can about this newer one. I sent off for a repair manual but it only goes up to 2003. I didn't think they had changed much up to '06 so I ordered it. Before I go on, I want to explain that I'm merely an old woman (58) who tries to do my own wrenching as much as possible. In my younger years it was more fun than anything else but these days with the prices repair shops charge and the awful rip-offs, I find I am in 'need' to do my own work when I can. I hope this fact (that I'm a woman) doesn't turn you off on helping me out. Later on I want to learn how to make my own cold air induction system hoping to gain a little more horsepower and maybe save a tad on gas useage. I do want to tell you that I appreciate your offer. Thank you!
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Replying to: riclee (Oct 17, 2008 11:32 am)  my email is skimblzbvs at yahoo dot com. That's the email I use for this stuff. If you got the haynes manual, I think that is the right one. I have the factory service manual for your year as well, but those kinds of repairs are probably more than you need to worry about. I can help ya as much as possible. When you contact me, I have a few things you can try. -Paul
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Replying to: erickpl (Oct 17, 2008 11:53 am) LOL I'm hoping the manual will be here by tomorrow. I'll let you know. Thank you for your email address. I'll send you an email so you have mine as well. |
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Replying to: erickpl (Jun 23, 2008 4:20 am)
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Replying to: cbrandtw (Nov 18, 2008 8:54 pm) Jim
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Replying to: jim225 (Nov 18, 2008 9:29 pm)
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Replying to: cbrandtw (Nov 19, 2008 9:19 pm) Consider: 1. Control arm bushings - if they are worn, you may get play in the axle. 2. Tie rod ends - ensure greased, intact, and no lateral movement (may have some rotation due to the joint type). 3. Track bar - check BOTH ends (frame and axle) 4. CV joints - jack tire up and check for motion top to bottom /\ kinda thing. 5. Draglink/tie rod. make sure that connection is secure as well. If the problem has cropped up, you should also ensure your tires are properly balanced and have even wear. IF you replace the steering stabilizer/dampener, I'd suggest at least getting a good aftermarket one, like Old Man Emu or something. That stock unit is so so. That will be my next acquisition. As an FYI, I'm on 33" tires with NO death wobble at all. Aftermarket track bar (JKS), and a Grand Cherokee tie rod (stronger). I did swap out my control arms back in August to newer, unbent ones. I did notice my trackbar loose at one point, but the only issue I had from it was loose/sloppy steering. If you look at this pic, you can see the primary components for the front suspension. Any of those points being loose can create havoc.  -Paul
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