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Old Jul 9, 2023 | 11:02 PM
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what could it be when my 96 dodge ram 1500 feels like the right front wheel is gonna fly off??? My steering wheel doesn't shake and there isn't a loud humming noise so I guess it's not the wheel bearing but idk someone PLEASE help me;(
 
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Old Jul 10, 2023 | 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Ilovemy3kids!!!
what could it be when my 96 dodge ram 1500 feels like the right front wheel is gonna fly off??? My steering wheel doesn't shake and there isn't a loud humming noise so I guess it's not the wheel bearing but idk someone PLEASE help me;(
Dude you’re gonna have to start with the basics. Do you have any mechanical know how at all? Only asking. Not taking a low dig at you at all. This information is important.
first thing you will want to do is jack up by the frame one side at a time in the front. Start with right front. Jack up just enough so you can get a long pry bar between the pavement and under that tire. Take your prybar and pry up and down with good force and check for ANY movement in all suspension areas for that wheel and wheel bearings. Check for movement in ball joints and upper and lower control arm bushings. Have a friend look behind their while you pry or vice versa if need be. When done that side, move on to the next. Check for playing in steering as well. That is to be done with both wheels on the ground and engine off. Check steering wheel is tight with no slip side to side
 
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Old Jul 10, 2023 | 10:01 AM
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Created new thread in correct section. Please make sure you post in the correct section for the model of your vehicle.
 
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