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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 02:15 AM
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MY 89 F-150 HAS A VERY STRONG VIBRATION WHEN GOING 35MPH OR BETTER WHEN YOU HIT A DIP OR POT HOLE ANY REMEDY FOR THIS
NO BRAKE APPLIED
 
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Search "death wobble" Check for loose steering and suspesion parts.
 
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All tie rod ends are new gear box tight
 
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Could worn I-beam pivot bushings cause the "death wobble"
 
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Could worn I-beam pivot bushings cause the "death wobble"
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Along with ball joints, wheel bearings, any of the radius arm bushings, or wheel and or tire balance or roundness.

Do not install a steering stabilizer to 'fix' the problem. It will only mask the issue.

Is your suspension stock?
 
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Stock no modification
 
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