Vibration
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Vibration
I'm experiencing a vibration that starts at about 52-55MPH. I'm not sure if it's driveline or out of balance wheel/tires. Is there a simple way to tell? The steering wheel doesn't vibrate or wobble. I also notice a 'clunk' from the rear when making turns at slow speeds.
Are my U joints shot?
[Modified by AimHi, 6:43 PM 1/25/2004]
Are my U joints shot?
[Modified by AimHi, 6:43 PM 1/25/2004]
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Re: Vibration (AimHi)
That sure sounds like a distinct possibility from your description. Hopefully nothing worse than that.
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Re: Vibration (AimHi)
U-joints, wheel bearings, out-of-balance, poor alignment, balljoints
it can be anything
it can be anything
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Re: Vibration (vader86)
Yes and even a rear end problem. BTW improper alignment or ball joints will NOT cause a vibration in and of themselves.
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Re: Vibration (1990CORVETTE)
OK, I guess I'll try the simple first; I'll get the wheels balanced then go after the U Joints. What U Joints did you use '1990 Corvette'? My vette is a 95, are the U Joints the same?
I've only owned the car a couple months so I expected to replace U Joints, hoses, etc. Anything else you guys can think of that should get immediate attention after buying a vette from a Ford fan?
I've only owned the car a couple months so I expected to replace U Joints, hoses, etc. Anything else you guys can think of that should get immediate attention after buying a vette from a Ford fan?
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