โMay-02-2019 07:47 PM
โMay-17-2019 07:57 PM
2manytoyz wrote:
Our Jeep Wrangler started getting the "death wobble" late last year. The first time it happened was when the Jeep was being towed behind the motorhome, on the maiden voyage with the new-to-us Class A.
Then it happened again when driving the Jeep shortly thereafter. Took it to the shop. All the front end parts are still within spec, but the steering was pretty neutral, which aggravates the condition.
The fix was simple. Add more toe-in to the alignment. Now the Jeep drives and tows perfectly. The alignment shop said that's the preferred setup they do for any vehicle that's towed behind a motorhome. I've been going to them since the 80s, and always pleased with their work.
โMay-17-2019 10:18 AM
cwit wrote:
If a wrangler goes into death wobble it is because something is worn out. The Cherokee on the other hand has the electric pump and will death wobble. I have both and tow both.
โMay-16-2019 03:45 PM
โMay-05-2019 06:09 AM
It seems the engineers don't think about vehicles as toads. For instance, the Equinox 4cyl have electronic steering (less expensive) while the 6cyl has hydraulic. This simple difference means the 4cyl develops the wobble while the 6cyl does not. Has to do with the lack of pressure on the steering box. (at least that's the easiest way to describe it). Using the bungee and now pulling a different fuse allows the electronics to stay engaged while towing. Jeep used a pigtail work around. Still, even with these changes, I would never tow on a dolly for a few reasons. One convenience. I can hook/unhook in less than a minute with no tie downs etc.. and I don't have to find a spot to stash the dolly once I arrive. Then again, with a dolly it doesn't matter too much what kind of car you tow.....Dennis
โMay-04-2019 09:53 AM
Monkeyman_and_Lady wrote:
Maybe I want to keep towing a car on a tow dolly....That is insane. I am still thinking about a Jeep Wrangler so I can do without the dolly...haven't had or heard of this happening with a dolly.
anyone else??
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โMay-02-2019 08:09 PM
Gazelle05 wrote:
On return trip to Gig Harbor twice at low speeds we experienced a wobble severe enough to stop the coach in traffic to inspect. Found no indicators of what might cause this coach shaking wobble. Towing with Falcon tow bar 2016 Ford Edge. Have towed the same configuration for 6000 miles with no problems. Any suggestions as to what might cause this low speed wobble(10mph-20mph)max. Happened with rough uneven road conditions. Thanks for your suggestions, I will post my findings.
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