Death Wobble - Quick Advice

[Vietz2]

Just wondering if I could get some quick opinions here...

2019 2-dr Sport, MT, 3.6L - 2" Mopar lift

Was running 35's, but I have to do A LOT of traveling this year (possibly over 20k miles). So, I THOUGHT it would be a good idea to buy a set of stock takeoffs (245/75R17s) and put them on. Figure I'd save a little money on gas and save the 35s. But, now I have death wobble. Is this even worth pursuing? Or, is a lift kit with stock rims/tires just a recipe for disaster and I should just put the 35s back on?
Thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Thank you very much!

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[azwjowner]

The size of the tires doesn't cause death wobble. Now if you purchased tires/wheels that are way out of balance, that could cause it.

 

[AcesandEights]

Yep, tire size has nothing to do with death wobble. Tire size doesn't change suspension geometry.

 

[Vietz2]

I REALLY appreciate the input!!
I’ve read all sorts of posts and watched a bunch of videos…I’m afraid I don’t have the experience to know how much play is excessive in the various suspension parts.
I went to the tire store and got the wheels/tires balanced…
With a different tire size and rim offset, should I get the alignment checked?

 

[AcesandEights]

No, tires and wheels don't change your suspension. They don't change your alignment; however, if you had the lift installed without an alignment, you should have had one then.

 

[Vietz2]

No, tires and wheels don't change your suspension. They don't change your alignment; however, if you had the lift installed without an alignment, you should have had one then.

Thank you so much for the advice…it’s greatly appreciated!!

 

[At Risk Ute]

Many, many different causes. My DW was a loose track bar bolt. I added a stiffer stab and the longer MOPAR LCAs (more caster) to be on the safe side.

 

[Hughes GD]

Oddly enough, tire balance being off just a bit can be the instigator. The cultrate aggravated by the instigator may be the steering gear box. Have it checked for slop and adjusted while balancing tires.

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