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Issue Bulletin: Shimmy Felt in Front End - Jan 31 2019 Star case # S1819000004

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Issue Bulletin: Shimmy Felt in Front End - Jan 31 2019 Star case # S1819000004
This is an update to one that was published in November 2018.
Steering Stabilizer Steering Damper Date Code

Just a quick report from me that i just had this TSB procedure performed and my damper was replaced. Seems to have completey fixed my issue.. hope it stays this way. Very happy!
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I took my JLUR into the dealer since my steering wheel shakes after hitting bumps in the roads at slower speeds. I have the Mopar lift which was installed by them which is the reason I choose this lift over other companies to keep the warranty. They are saying they will not replace the steering stabilizer due to the 37’s inch tires installed. They want to charge 330 to install the fox 2.0 stabilizer which I believe is only $170 part on Quadratec.

Now should I get the rough country dual steering stabilizer or should I choose another one to fix my issue? I wish I would have bought the RockKrawler lift and not this Mopar one. Please advise.
I'd stay away from rough country personally. Installed their shocks on my 35" tire silverado and it rode like a fng tank. Two years later both rear shocks were blown and one of the bushings had literally fallen out so the shock was flopping around on the bolt. I bought 4 shock extenders and four stock height KYB shocks - WORLD OF DIFFERENCE in ride quality. Those KYB's were not intended for a lifted vehicle with a 90 pound wheel/tire setup but have handled them just fine for years. Will never buy anything but hard parts from RC again. My 2 cents.
 

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There is a new steering dampner coming soon they just implemented the fix last week so it will be a few weeks to get a parts supply stocked up
 

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New update, dealership just called and was advised to replace my stabilizer as well. They said it will be out on the 22nd. They did the track bar, now waiting on the stabilizer. They can't release it until then, so it will be in this dealership for a month at least by the time I get it back. Since Feb when picking it up over 45 days.
And the saga continues... today the FCA tech rep decided to have the HD Fox stabilizer on instead of waiting for the new Mopar one due it next week. Not sure why the change, but whatever the reason mine received the Fox unit now instead of the new Mopar one they said I was waiting on.

I'm all for a faster fix, but this one now seems to have a constant pull to the right. I did a quick search and seems a few others had this with Fox stabilizers also. I am hoping it will settle in as I use it more. It does seem to handle bumps better, so that is an improvement at least.

They did not replace my drag link end that was also loose, and also forgot to rotate my tires. But that is an easy enough fix on my own if I need to.

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I got a new damper a short while back, which helped, then Tuesday they put a new drag link and drag link tie rod end on it and it is now where I wouldn't call it a problem anymore. I'm still going to install the Rancho track bar sitting in my garage. I'm betting it tightens things up even more. I still want to drive it a bit, but at this point I'd say the issue is resolved. The steering tracks great and does not wander.

I hope others are able to get theirs to a good place and can get back to enjoying these great machines.
 

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I also just noticed today that since the mopar lift was installed it looks like my drag link is now at some unknown point making slight contact with the front splash shield
 

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Add me to the count of people that get the shimmy right around 9k miles. Dealer could not get me in until 5/9. Not exactly happy as I have a road trip that I had to leave on this week. Now I'm driving 1600 miles on the interstate with a vehicle that wobbles every time I go over a bridge. I have to slow down to like 30 before it stops. This will be a joy.
 

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Add me to the count of people that get the shimmy right around 9k miles. Dealer could not get me in until 5/9. Not exactly happy as I have a road trip that I had to leave on this week. Now I'm driving 1600 miles on the interstate with a vehicle that wobbles every time I go over a bridge. I have to slow down to like 30 before it stops. This will be a joy.
Hi Dogboyslimm,
We understand why this is concerning. Has a case been opened on the customer care side to add additional assistance throughout this process? If not, please send our team a private message and we would be happy to get this process started for you!
Alex
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Hi Dogboyslimm,
We understand why this is concerning. Has a case been opened on the customer care side to add additional assistance throughout this process? If not, please send our team a private message and we would be happy to get this process started for you!
Alex
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Dont worry dogboyslimm they will call you to tell you they are sorry its taking so long and that will be the end of it
 

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Currently on my third OEM stabilizer, still waiting on the newly redesigned one. I had the trackbar done as well, but it didn't really make a difference.
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