Tie Rod/King Pin - Death Wobble

Final work before we get ready to store the truck for the winter.

Ordered new Tie Rod Ends hoping to take care of the "death wobble"

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=84418&showall=1


Did a lot of research about the wobble,  called a few places - common thoughts were that something was loose.  Looking at the old parts, I thought this would solve the problem as they were pretty worn. 

After replacing the tie rod ends, tightening the lug nuts and everything else we could see, the truck drove a lot better.  The wobble still happens, but not as often and not as exaggerated.  The wheel bearings are a little loose, and we will repack them over the winter.  The bearings cost a little more than I want to spend this year.  

  


Old Parts



Straightening Time










All Straight


Old Tie Rod End
New Tie Rod End




Old Parts







Location: Fort Edward, NY 12828, USA

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