Allen,
Thanks for the tips... Sounds like wheel balancing is the first thing to try
based on several responses I've rec'd on and off-list.
Unfortunately, living in downtown Washington DC (and without a garage) puts
some limits on what I realistically can do to my car myself -- believe me,
my nails have been quite dirty as of late working of this car! Some jobs,
though, I just don't have the facilities for.
Thanks again,
Kevin
On 8/1/02 1:01 PM, "Ajhsys@aol.com" <Ajhsys@aol.com> wrote:
> In a message dated 8/1/02 12:19:22 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> kshertz@bellatlantic.net writes:
>
>
>> I've heard everything from tire balancing to wheel bearings may be at
>> fault... I have yet to rule anything out; does anyone have any suggestions
>> as to what I should check and how I should check it prior to coming to a
>> conclusion? I'm likely to take it into a shop rather than DIY since it's
>> suspension-related, but would love to know as much as possible about the
>> problem prior to doing so.
>
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>
> Start with getting the wheels balanced. If it goes away, your done for
> cheep! For a quick wheel bearing check, grab the top of each front tire and
> try to shake the tire back and forth. If there is any play, replace the
> bearings. If it still shimmies, you are probably looking at replacing
> bushings and king pins. (I have a '77 Midget, but the B is probably
> similar.)
>
> Most suspension work is not beyond the home mechanic. Working on your car is
> all part of the fun. Buy a service manual and get your fingernails dirty!
> If you get stuck, we'll be here.
>
> Allen Hefner
> SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
> '77 Midget
> '75 Midget "The Project"
> '92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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