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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 06:55 PM
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So folks here's my issue. I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. I have a death wobble bar installed but it still has a loose steering. What else can cause this issue? Also I live in NJ and I have a snow plow on this beast. What tires would you guys recommend for the North East sector lol. It has 3rd gen wheels with 265 70/17 tires if that makes a difference in tire choices.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 07:03 PM
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So folks here's my issue. I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. I have a death wobble bar installed but it still has a loose steering. What else can cause this issue? Also I live in NJ and I have a snow plow on this beast. What tires would you guys recommend for the North East sector lol. It has 3rd gen wheels with 265 70/17 tires if that makes a difference in tire choices.
If steering is loose it's the box, RedHat will fix that. For tires Toyo M/T and get them siped
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 09:24 PM
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http://www.rocksolidramtrucksteering.com
This is worth checking.

I like Michelin LTX M/S2 tires.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 06:39 AM
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2WD or 4WD??? You might want to have the front end looked at, Could be worn out ball joints, tie rod ends etc..
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 04:32 PM
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Have the front suspension thoroughly checked for worn parts - steering gearbox, wheel bearings, ball joints, tie rods, control arm bushings, track bar bushings/joints, U-joints at the front wheels, etc. Wear in any of these parts can contribute to death wobble. As for tires, I also really like the Michelin LTX MS/2 tires and run those on my truck for their smooth ride and long wear characteristics.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 06:50 PM
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My Toyo M/Ts are very good in the snow, mud, and water. My last set I got 75,000 Mikes out of them
 
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