1997 Ford Ranger 1997 Ford Ranger Vibration Trouble

1997 FORD RANGER
65,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAD1997
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When driving my truck and hitting a hole or bumps in the road the truck bounce and pulls in either direction and I get a bad vibration thru the steering wheel. What would seem to be the trouble?
Apr 24, 2008 at 8:05 AM
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I would start by shaking down the front end. These are stock tires and rims I assume.

Ball joints are common on them at various intervals, but check the tie rod ends and wheel bearings at the same time.
Apr 24, 2008 at 8:52 AM
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