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Old Jun 8, 2014 | 11:32 PM
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Vibration on freeway ?

Driving. Lots of vibration. Seems to be front end not sure if it's wheel bearings , or tires improperly balanced , or down pipe hitting tranny causing noise. Just need help finding out what to look for
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:05 AM
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Check balance and alignment would be my first step. Easiest to rule out.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:14 AM
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Front u joints are brand new. Even the ones by the tires.
Brand new toyo MTS.
Brand new brake rotors calipers and pads
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:27 AM
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Carrier bearing?
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:48 AM
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I had a vibration too, new leaf spring, shackle, and sway bar bushings, vibration totally gone now.
 
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Could be carrier bearing I suppose.
My leaf shackle sway bar and track bar bushings were all replaced 3 months ago.

The carrier bearing was done 1 1/2 years ago. But it looks like it's getting sloppy.
I think with the brand new tires it may be contributing to vibration.
It almost feels as if the hubs are locked in. But they aren't
 
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How much lift do you have? Sometimes with a big lift these trucks will eat carrier bearings.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 12:26 PM
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3 " suspension. When I get on smoother road surfaces it seems to quiet down. Like on the newer paved stuff.
Also when turning tight from a stop sign either way it's bouncy on acceleration
 
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