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Death wobble suggestions

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by topstreet85, Jan 3, 2019.

  1. Jan 3, 2019 at 5:48 PM
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    Hi guys im new to the forum and have a question. I have a 85 4runner and i am having some issues with death wobble when i hit a decent sized bump with one tire, looking for suggestions on where to start, ive heard steering stabilizer? thanks!
     
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  2. Jan 3, 2019 at 5:54 PM
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    Get under it and have someone steer it left and right while u look at each linkage conection and see if anything is loose or doesnt move as it should. Also could be a tire out of balance. You can try and rotate it out and see if that helps

    https://youtu.be/IVN7ANLN6F0

    Similar set up on jeep but test is the same
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2019 at 5:58 PM
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    Not even close to the same set up.

    There is no trac-bar which is where 95% of the issue lies in a TJ.

    Jack it up from the front diff and check trunion bearings for wear and proper preload, check u bolts tight, check tie rod.

    Watch this video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0z-GZLq0mM&list=PLe7MiOkiiAJwzBP7LoQpyrlyqum6rH5Ab&index=6
    The important part is at about 7:08 talking about setting preload with the shims.

    Does it have factory push-pull steering still?
     
    Last edited: Jan 7, 2019
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  4. Jan 4, 2019 at 9:21 AM
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    What the heck's death wobble?
     
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    When your shit goes crazy and you can't stop it. Kinda like a tank slapper on a bike.
     
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