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Leveling kit causing my steering wheel to wobble?? HELP

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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 03:23 PM
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Shocks huh? Never woulda thunk that, 'specialy being an 07 model, but being newer doesn't make it special, lol. Something could go wrong driving it fresh off the lot.

Both tires are cupped, rounded over good. Would one shock cause both tires to do this? I have a guy to take it to, he's pretty honest, been doing work for me since I started driving. I also have an "aftermarket" warranty that covers purrty much everything bumper to bumper, including rims and tires (only if damaged by road hazards though , and no alignments) I'm not one to do someone dirty, but if there is something wrong and I can pass it off to the warranty folks, I will. I paid something to the tune of $2500ish for this warranty, Im gonna use it dammit! (prolly won't pan out, but worth a try).

Thanks for the response Johnny. Again, sorry EJM for the 'jacking. I hope you can figure something out for your particular situation w/o having to take the kit off...
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 03:55 PM
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I've seen guys on here with '08's that have had bad/leaking shocks and had to have 'em fixed. Just some thoughts to throw around in your head as your guy looks at it for you. FYI IMO factory dodge shocks are crap!!!! Plus, I was thinking that it doesn't help your shocks if you're flyin' in that terrible driveway either. Kinda hard on the 'ol front end, ya know?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 04:42 PM
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No problem at all 4.7 IM learning as well and love all the info. I might buy new shocks. and If not just go all out with a new lift kit from procomp and take off the level.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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I get some vibration in 4x4 (below 30mph), but not in 2wd. Actually, thinking about it, since getting the new tires and struts, I haven't really noticed it in 4wd either. I wasn't looking for it though... perhaps I should try it out.

I have an '07 with Hell Bent Steel 2.5" spacers, new Rancho 5k struts on the front, and new Cooper Zeon LTZ's.

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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 05:09 PM
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So which size shocks do I need if I have a 2.5" level?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 05:13 PM
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Lol, yeah yeah yeah Johnny I wouldnt call it flying, but enough to bounce'er around a bit. (If I went over 10mph up this thing, I wouldn't have a front end, lol) I said I wouldnt wheel this thing 'till its paid for, and I still find a way to tear **** up, lol.

Maybe Ill just let the rubber wear down the rest of the way, then I can convince the ol' lady how unsafe they are and how I 'need' those NTG's
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 05:30 PM
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yeah death wobbles for the diesel guys
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 07:16 PM
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http://www.4wheelparts.com/Lift-Kits...t=3306&t_pl=33

http://www.4wheelparts.com/Lift-Kits...t=3306&t_pl=32

EJ...There's just a couple to look at if that's what you want to try out.

4.7, c'mon man you're with other guys here, you know that d@mn thing is flying in the air when you pull in. hahahahaha
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 08:17 PM
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cwboyjohnny24- are those going to fit just right with the 2.5" level? Those are going to be longer than the stock ones right?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 08:19 PM
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Oh wait never mind I got it.
 
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