Wobble in the steering

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(11-02-2018 )eggtrucks Wrote:  

(10-04-2017 )Rawze Wrote:  If I had a problem like that in the steering, I wouldn't be driving it unless I knew EXACTLY what it was. -- Safety first!.


Do a front end, bearing, and king pin inspection. Also do a spring suspension and bushing inspection. Make sure nothing is getting ready to let go on you and kill someone. After that, with the wheels off the ground, spin em fast and see if the tires are mounted improperly or they have flat spots in em.

Im having the same trouble today. When hit bridge joint, the truck starts shaking, wobbling real bad in front end. Had same problem several month ago, and had king pins replaced and alignment, and that took care of it until now.
ive looked for loose parts on the steer, but im not sure exactly how, what to look for. any instruction on proper procedure for checking spring suspension/bushing, front end, king pins?

I would lift the front end off the ground and start poking and prodding around. See if there is any play in the steers, grab them and see if they move, side play, spin, etc. Check the boots on the tie rod ends, etc. Check the steering box and shaft to the steering wheel. That is where I would start.