Evil front end shake

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ijreed
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Evil front end shake

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My 96 Ssei shakes really bad when i reach 50 mph does anyone have any idea what this might be.i do know for a fact that my front end is tight because i have pretty muchh replaced everything like tie rods, ball joints, hubs, struts, rotors. my axle looks good but im thining it may be the reason im not sure is there something else it could be and when im driving if i let go of my steering wheen i can see it bouncing up and down does anyone have any suggestions. This wibble is really really bad and i dont really feel safe driving the car.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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It could be the tires. One could be damaged, or out of balance. Try swapping them front to back and see if things change.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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i tried that no difference and do you think a tire balance would help
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Re: Evil front end shake

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Had a worn cv joint once cause a bad shake at highway speeds.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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thats exactly what i think it is ima try that and get back to ya
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Re: Evil front end shake

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Thats exactly what my 2000 bonny is doing. I just bought a half axle from Rock Auto for $44 hope It is the drivers side one.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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I just install new axel and the shake is completely gone.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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I'm glad to hear it. I have not to been able to change mines yet. As soon as i get a chance its first on my list.
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Re: Evil front end shake

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it was the drivers side for me
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