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Front axle/tire problems.. diagnosis?

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by JhnBrackett, Aug 20, 2005.

  1. Aug 20, 2005
    JhnBrackett

    JhnBrackett Race Engimuneer

    Lakewood, CO
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    Got a 71 CJ5 and the left front tire def. has something wrong w/ it. The top leans out about 1" further than the bottom and the steering is definately off a bit. I believe it is the kingpin/ball joint but don't have the experience to know if that is true or not. When the jeep is on jacks I can wobble the tire with no problems at least 1-2". Thanks for any help in identifying the problem. The axle looks straight, it's the knuckle area that is causing problems.
     
    JhnBrackett, Aug 20, 2005
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  2. Aug 20, 2005
    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Sounds like the king pin bearings need to be gone through and the wheel bearings checked while you're in there.
     
    sparky, Aug 20, 2005
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    JhnBrackett

    JhnBrackett Race Engimuneer

    Lakewood, CO
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    What should I be looking for? They looked fine when I replaced the seal kit visually. No gouging of the metal, bearings looked good as new.
     
    JhnBrackett, Aug 20, 2005
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