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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 06:25 PM
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Default Noises/vibrations in front end

I have an 05 with around 130k miles on it. I have replaced the sway bar end links, and thats it since i bought it 2 years ago. It isnt like it was when i bought it. Now when i go on my gravel road, my truck shakes and such way too much over the gravel. Our other trucks however, dont do that when they go over the same path. It just happens alot and it squeeks occasionally. Not sure what it might be, but i just dont want a ball joint or something to break on me.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 06:43 PM
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if its a real bouncy ride, you may want to take a look at the struts and shocks for any possible leaks or they could just need replacing since your at 130k. Newer shocks definitely make for a stiffer ride. Also check the tie rod ends , mine needed replacing but don't remember if it caused any shaking. For the squeaking im not sure if its just normal movement of all the parts or something worse. But if its the normal kind of squeaking get some apt at-205 and spray the rubber parts. This stuff works great and doesn't wash away from water like wd-40.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 10:14 PM
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As mentioned, I would have the upper and lower ball joints checked they are probably the cause of the squeak since you replaced the sway links.

For the wobble, I would check
1. inner and outer tie rods
2. intermediate shaft
3. Shocks
4. upper and lower control arm bushings
 
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