Steering issue for a newbie
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Steering issue for a newbie
Hi Everyone. A few weeks ago I picked up a 2000 V10 Excursion. Has 145k on it. Insides were in decent shape. Started right up and drives without issue. I took it for a 20 minute drive and could find no issues except for the rocker panels. After handling the transfer I jumped on the highway and it was like trying to ride a big girl who was reaching for a sandwich. All over the highway, almost to the point of losing control. Dropped it off to my mechanic, he alligned it. Its better, but still not good. Up to 50, its fine. At 70, you are risking your life as it wobbles. Any help is appreciated. Its not my daily driver but I would like it to be.
Also, I am just outside Philly if anyone ever wants to meet up.
Jason
Also, I am just outside Philly if anyone ever wants to meet up.
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The shop that completed the alignment didn't notice any worn components?
What tires are on the truck? Are they all the same? Same Load Range? Tire pressures?
Here is some light reading: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
What tires are on the truck? Are they all the same? Same Load Range? Tire pressures?
Here is some light reading: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
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The shop that completed the alignment didn't notice any worn components?
What tires are on the truck? Are they all the same? Same Load Range? Tire pressures?
Here is some light reading: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
What tires are on the truck? Are they all the same? Same Load Range? Tire pressures?
Here is some light reading: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...of-caster.html
Nope. I brought it to a shop I don't normally use. My guy was backed up. Tires are brand new. And by that, I mean about 400 miles. Pressure is good.
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I am in Ridley. About 15 mins from you. Linkages all look good. Then again, I am not a mechanic.
Guys, thanks for the responses, they are very much appreciated.
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Hey neighbor!
. You need to run up your post count to enable your Private Message functions, I would be happy to meet up and give your EX a good once over.
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That would be very much appreciated. How many posts do o need to enable private messages
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lets start with your ride height. please measure all 4 corners from the center of your hub to the bottom of the fender wheel arch and post those measurments.
next, please post the before and after settings of your alignment. need toe, camber and caster.
next, please post the before and after settings of your alignment. need toe, camber and caster.
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