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Old Oct 11, 2014 | 11:14 AM
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front end wobble

I know this is a common issue and there are many previous threads on a front end shimmy/wobble such as on my 2010 3500. My question is how do I go about diagnosing where the worn out part/parts are so I can replace them? My wobble is fairly constant at all speeds but does disappear for short periods from time to time.
Any suggestions on trouble shooting the front end would be appreciated!
I am going to replace the stock front shocks anyway; 180,000km so I'm sure they're due.
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Old Oct 11, 2014 | 07:32 PM
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Watch the video will give you some idea what to look for.


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Old Oct 11, 2014 | 08:15 PM
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very helpful video; thanks!
Anybody have brand name recommendations for front end components if I have to change some? Dont want to use stock obviously!
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Old Oct 13, 2014 | 12:17 AM
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Originally Posted by fireguyfire
very helpful video; thanks!
Anybody have brand name recommendations for front end components if I have to change some? Dont want to use stock obviously!
Like the guy says in the video...Carli. Parts are not cheep but you will be getting what you pay for. Their ball joints have a life time guarantee.

http://www.carlisuspension.com/dodge...nts/index.html

I have full Carli set up on my 2012 Dually...never go back.
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Old Feb 16, 2015 | 10:30 PM
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Just got to 25000 miles, and developed death wobble, have Carli components already, put new bushings in track bar, getting camber checked tomorrow, i have BF Goodrich tires, which I now hear are awfully prone to be a cause, they only have 15000 miles on them and are rotated regularly. What other tires are suggested if I get rid of them?
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Old Apr 7, 2015 | 10:24 PM
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Just got to 25000 miles, and developed death wobble, have Carli components already, put new bushings in track bar, getting camber checked tomorrow, i have BF Goodrich tires, which I now hear are awfully prone to be a cause, they only have 15000 miles on them and are rotated regularly. What other tires are suggested if I get rid of them?

Toyo m/t are an excellent tire on these heavy trucks.
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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 09:22 AM
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Update, put stock tires on for a month, still had it, replaced drag link, still had it, checked alignment again, put spacer in carli track bar bushing, still have it. Taking track bar out and going to make sure Heim joint is free and inspect. Hate not being able to drive my baby.
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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 03:56 PM
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I think it's just the 50 psi D-rated 315-70-17 BFG KO's that have the tainted reputation.
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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 03:59 PM
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That's is why I through on my stock Michelin's that only had 5000 miles on them and drove for a month, wish the BF's where the problem I would gladly replace to solve issue.
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