New - '98 Ford Ranger
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New - '98 Ford Ranger
Bought a '98 Ford Ranger XLT with under 50k miles. Well maintained with records. I am looking for tips and info about it.
Issues I have:
Major shaking when going 60+. It evens out in between 60-65 but decreasing or increasing speed resumes the shakes.
I know it needs right side ball joint from a severe pot hole hit recently - but the shaking issue was there prior to that incident.
The rear end seems to sway when turning corners or hitting bumps sometimes - again there from start.
Also, the Overdrive, is that supposed to always be on while not hauling/towing?
Any pointers or advice would be greatly appreciated!
Issues I have:
Major shaking when going 60+. It evens out in between 60-65 but decreasing or increasing speed resumes the shakes.
I know it needs right side ball joint from a severe pot hole hit recently - but the shaking issue was there prior to that incident.
The rear end seems to sway when turning corners or hitting bumps sometimes - again there from start.
Also, the Overdrive, is that supposed to always be on while not hauling/towing?
Any pointers or advice would be greatly appreciated!
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welcome. jack up the front and use a bar to try to pry your wheel up and try to move it side to side to check for play. if there is play then your ball joints are beat. as for your back swaying that may be a broken shackle, look under your bed in both back corners and look for any mounts that are rotted out. broken shackles are very common on 98-00 rangers.
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