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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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Replying to: erickpl (Nov 20, 2008 6:54 am) I have a 98 Jeep and i think I might have it. It wobbles violently every once in a while when going 40-50 mph until I reduce speed to about 20mph. There is no indication when it is going to happen. Also, I just bought rims off an '08 Jeep X Unlimited and I want to make sure that the bolt pattern on the new jeeps are 5 x 5. I want to get the right wheel adapters to make them fit on my '98. thanks
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