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Dec 6, 2013 | 07:44 PM

Wisconsinford

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any help appreciated

I've been having this problem for awhile now on my 96 f150, when i come to a stop (like 5mph n slower) my whole front end and truck shake. i just changed my rotors a few weeks ago because i thought that was the problem and would fix it. it hasnt tho but i do have 31in mud tires on it and they have worn pretty unevenly due to my shock being shot to hell worn out. so i was wondering if this could be causing my truck to shake like crazy when i brake

Dec 6, 2013 | 07:52 PM

eakermeld

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A loose/bad tie rod end or even a ball joint can cause this. Full inspection required. Don't forget to look for a broken belt in the tires.

Dec 6, 2013 | 08:01 PM

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Alrighty the ball joints are not even 2 years old so i hope its not that i dont hear any cluncking noises. could a broken belt in tire cause truck to shake

Dec 6, 2013 | 08:04 PM

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Yes. And it will get worse. Don't bet those 2yr old ball joints are still good. 3 words: MADE IN CHINA!

Dec 6, 2013 | 08:14 PM

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Lol ya well im hoping its not them again but alright thanks for the advice!

Dec 6, 2013 | 08:16 PM

Bob Gervais

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Uneven wear on mud tires will cause that too. Maybe try rotating the rear tires to the front and see if that solves it?

Dec 6, 2013 | 08:23 PM

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I was going to once i bought new shocks so i wouldnt have to switch the tires back so ive just been putting it off ha but also that's why i made this post because i wasn't quite sure if the uneven wear could cause the problem