Chux01Cherokee
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Middletown, NY, USA
Hi,
I would like to find out what mileage shocks should be upgraded/replaced. My '01 Sport has 114k on it and I'm wondering if its time for new ones. It isn't sagging or banging but I had a scary experience the other day on the highway when I hit a small series of bumps. I got a huge wobble from the back end causing me to have to make a major correction at over 60mph. I am familiar with the behavior of solid axles as I owned a Mustang back in the 90's that used to jump to the side if it hit a bump (especially on a curve). Is this similar to what I experieced with my XJ?
Also, when is the best time to get the steering stabilizer replaced? I have heard the "Death Wobble" stories too and want to avoid that as well.
Any and all input will be appreciated. Thanks!
Chuck
I would like to find out what mileage shocks should be upgraded/replaced. My '01 Sport has 114k on it and I'm wondering if its time for new ones. It isn't sagging or banging but I had a scary experience the other day on the highway when I hit a small series of bumps. I got a huge wobble from the back end causing me to have to make a major correction at over 60mph. I am familiar with the behavior of solid axles as I owned a Mustang back in the 90's that used to jump to the side if it hit a bump (especially on a curve). Is this similar to what I experieced with my XJ?
Also, when is the best time to get the steering stabilizer replaced? I have heard the "Death Wobble" stories too and want to avoid that as well.
Any and all input will be appreciated. Thanks!
Chuck