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Old Mar 11, 2016 | 11:36 AM
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I have a 2002 F-150 FX4 and when I hit a bump in the road I start getting terrible death wobble. It feels like it's coming from the front right of the truck. What do you guys think would be causing that?
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Old Mar 11, 2016 | 02:34 PM
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Perhaps the bump in the road is causing the wobble. I'd try to not hit bumps. I'm not a mechanic so seek further advice.
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Old Mar 11, 2016 | 02:55 PM
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Not real sure about Ford trucks, but most vehicles I have heard of death wobble on a stock vehicle is caused by worn ball joints. Barring that check all components in the suspension for tightness and wear.
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Old Mar 11, 2016 | 03:36 PM
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ball joints.. tie rod ends.. sway bar bushings.. jack your front end and wiggle the tire to check for play..
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