Wabble in my front end.

[Gabe Bukowski]

Just put new wheels and tires on. After a little bit of driving I'm experiencing a bit of a wabble in the front end when I hit a bump. I have a steering stabilizer I'm going to put on then a front end alignment. Any other suggestions on what to do if that does not work?

 

[LGR]

If it happened after the tires and wheels, I'd say alignment and the stabilizer should do the trick. Did you just install a lift? All the bolts torqued down proper?

 

[Gabe Bukowski]

Yes. 2.5. That's been on for over 2 years now. Wheels were balanced 2x. Im Thinkin front end alignment. Thanks!

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

Bump induced wobble is likely a worn part, usually in the steering or trackbar. Have somebody move the steering wheel back and forth while you inspect the steering linkage and front trackbar, paying close attention to slop in the ends. It's often best to bounce the steering off full-lock.

 

[Gabe Bukowski]

Is it possible that it could be a warn part on a 2008? It's a newer jeep.

 

[superj]

i would say its possible. chrysler has been historically know for less than stellar quality control

 

[Gabe Bukowski]

Copy that! I'm gonna take the advice and try everything to get rid of it. It just drives me nuts!

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

Is it possible that it could be a warn part on a 2008? It's a newer jeep.

Yes, highly possible. What size tires are you running?

Replacing the steering stabilizer is often a bandaid fix, not addressing the real problem but masking it. A tight solid setup can run without a stabilizer and no wobble.

 

[Gabe Bukowski]

270/70/17. Nothing crazy! Gonna def take all the advice and look at everything.