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Do I have the wobble, I am not sure
- Don76
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Sorry that my first post is asking you all for help.
I am one week into my Jimny adventure. I have a Jan 2006 with 45K on.
So then I get a wobble, it comes on at 45Mph and then disappears at 50. Its not excessive but I want to get this sorted before it gets worse.
Is this the death wobble or something else? If it is the death wobble then I see you already have a massive topic on it so apologies.
Thanks in advance I really appreciate any help you can offer.
Thanks Andy
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I had the wheels balanced last week. With regards the front swivel balls can you elaborate as to what I am looking for and how to check.
I had no issues at all till the Jimny went for a service. I have spoke with the mechanic and all he did was take the front wheels off to have a good look round.. very strange.
I have tried moving the alloys round a few studs and it seemed to solve it. Apparently not though.
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Don76 wrote: With regards the front swivel balls can you elaborate as to what I am looking for and how to check.
The swivels area circled in yellow should be 'dry' not covereed in oil and / or grease.
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Horizontal play or play that changes with brakes applied is usually wheel bearing.
Our 2009 had similar symptoms to yours but at the time I was unable to find any issues with bearing play. I fitted a steering damper, which I really like, and everything was good. Fast forward 12 months and I can now feel play in the drivers side kingpin bearing, so its possible this was my original issue. The damper is still doing its job though and I have very little wobble, but it's a job that I need to fix asap.
I am also slow at typing, so the above pictures have beaten my reply, but I hope it helps.
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So I guess this is the cause then?
I notice you have a great guide available. Is this a DIY with limited experience job or am I best going to a specialist. If so do any of you know a specialist in the Stoke / Stafford area?
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