Shakes left right on 50-60 mph and jumps slightly on 30-40 mph.

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  1. US Trans

    US Trans Bobtail Member

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    I have 2015 volvo vnl670. The problem is my truck shakes left right on 50 to 60 mph and when slow down 30 to 40 mph it jumps slightly. Does anybody know what the problem could be.
     
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  3. Big_D409

    Big_D409 Medium Load Member

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    The jumping around I would assume shocks. Guessing they are past their life.

    Any odd tire wear? If yes then possible your tires are reason for bounce at a certain speed.

    The shimmy/side to side movement most likely come from worn components. First thought are tie rod ends.

    Any play amongst the components? Does it go away when front end gets greased? Any grease fittings not taking grease?
     
  4. Dino soar

    Dino soar Road Train Member

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    That's a good answer.

    You need to go over your whole front end.

    Kingpins, tie rods, spring pin bushings, wheel bearings, tire balance, all of it.
     
  5. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Have any noise when this happens?
     
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  6. Cabinover101

    Cabinover101 Heavy Load Member

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    Also change the shocks under your sleeper if you never have. But check everything on the front end and also make sure your brake drums and wheels are centered.
     
  7. Cattleman84

    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    Have a good alignment done... Its crazy how just a slight alignment issue can cause shakes and vibration.
     
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  8. HoneyBadger67

    HoneyBadger67 Road Train Member

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    Out of round tires will make that thing wobble like a Weeble, too.
     
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  9. danny23tx

    danny23tx Road Train Member

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    My shakes ended up being the kingpins. Find a shop that specializes in suspension.
     
  10. Final Drive

    Final Drive Road Train Member

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    When did the problem begin?
     
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  11. feldsforever

    feldsforever Road Train Member

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    Wow. A lot of info herr
     
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