noise under my feet

2001 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE
193,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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VCARTWRIGHT1011
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I feel a thump, thump, thump under my feet while driving. The steering vibrates/shakes slightly. Is this unsafe?
Jan 3, 2011 at 6:42 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check tires for uneven tread wear or shifted belts. Check all steering components. NOTE: I can't tell you if it is unsafe without knowing exactly where the problem is coming from.
Mar 15, 2011 at 12:19 PM
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VCARTWRIGHT1011
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turned out to be a lower control arm bushing & sway bar, thanks for the reply...appreciate it.
Mar 15, 2011 at 10:53 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That will do it. I'm glad you found the problem. Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
Mar 15, 2011 at 11:56 PM
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