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problem with steering

Old Feb 25, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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I helped a friend install an Aussie locker. This is my 5th Aussie locker I have installed. Tolerances were in spec and did final test to ensure it unlocks.

After we put the front axle back together and took it for a test drive it had acted a squirrely. if I turn from side to side the front end will dip on the driver's side. He came over tonight and I took it out for a test drive. I went over a bump and turned it, and there was a grinding sound coming from the driver side wheel. I have not had a chance to look at in any detail, but wanted to get some ideas before I started taking apart the wheel tomorrow.

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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 08:44 AM
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bump... help
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Old Feb 26, 2009 | 06:10 PM
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Ok... he brought the jeep over tonight and I found that the u-joint on the driver side was loose inside the caps. I am not sure if that is causing the problem, but I will know more tomorrow.

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Old Feb 27, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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Just in case anyone wants to know the final outcome... the rear track bar was broken at the axle. Problem solved.

Strange thing was... no death wobble.
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