Still have vibration!
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Still have vibration!
Just bought new Ranger XLT Supercab 2WD with 4 banger and manual with 11 miles on odometer. Test drove it around the block (should know better), but had just driven 4 hrs to get it because local dealer didn't have a manual. Everything looked good and I'd read on several forums that these trucks were almost bulletproof. On the way back home it had a high speed vibration that seemed to get more noticeable as I drove.
After many visits to dealers, at 550 miles I opted to buy new BFG tires and trash my OEM Continentals.
The tires were Hunter road force balanced by my local Ford dealer, and it's about 60% better (they supposedly checked the wheels which are aluminum). I still have a engine, driveshaft, etc (possible tire) vibration, surge, bounce, skip, etc in 2-5 gears (1st is to fast to notice). It is especially noticeable when driving at a constant speed in 3-5 gears with the worst being between 35-50.
The local dealer is trying to help (they didn't sell me the truck-so don't have much leverage), but it would be a big help if anyone else has gone through this and has some suggestions. Thanks for any replies!
After many visits to dealers, at 550 miles I opted to buy new BFG tires and trash my OEM Continentals.
The tires were Hunter road force balanced by my local Ford dealer, and it's about 60% better (they supposedly checked the wheels which are aluminum). I still have a engine, driveshaft, etc (possible tire) vibration, surge, bounce, skip, etc in 2-5 gears (1st is to fast to notice). It is especially noticeable when driving at a constant speed in 3-5 gears with the worst being between 35-50.
The local dealer is trying to help (they didn't sell me the truck-so don't have much leverage), but it would be a big help if anyone else has gone through this and has some suggestions. Thanks for any replies!
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Defective or imbalanced driveshaft, bad u joints, sticking caliper, defective rims, wheel bearings to name a few. Don't assume that just because it's new that any of the above would be ruled out. The servicing dealer should have checked all of those items. Have they ever experienced (riding with you) the symptoms you are referring to? They can always call in a field rep from ford to help if they are stumped or need authorization to replace any of the named parts. Make sure you get a written service order for your files to document the number of attempts to fix it.There may also be service bulletins for the problem that the dealer has access to if they bother to look them up.
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Just a thought, have you driven another, comparably equipped truck?
Hope you get it figured out.
BTW, does it vibrate through the wheel?
Does it still vibrate when you let off the throttle/push in the clutch?
(driveshaft has my vote)
Hope you get it figured out.
BTW, does it vibrate through the wheel?
Does it still vibrate when you let off the throttle/push in the clutch?
(driveshaft has my vote)
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Shop foreman rode with me (he drove) and was aware of the vibration. He thinks it might be engine related, but seems like I would feel it in the wheel. The shop has it now, but I'll check it with the clutch in and off the throttle. They are reprogramming the computer to stop it revving up when starting the engine.
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If it feels like coming from back the more likely candidate is the rear u joint.There are usually weights on the driveshaft they should check to see if there. Just a thought but on mine there is a weight damper on the front exhaust pipe to dampen vibrations which may be missing on your truck. Good that shop foreman has experienced the vibration otherwise it's your word against theirs.
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