55mph shimmy

Kurt W. Deschler desch at WPI.EDU
Wed Jan 14 10:26:22 EST 2004


Check for bad tie rod ends and uneven tire wear.

	-Kurt
	'87 5kcstq

> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 17:05:43 -0800 (PST)
> From: stephen sykes <camay32 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: 55mph shimmy
> My '88 80q has a distinct shake in the steering wheel
> at 55-58mph.  It only does it at these speeds.
> I noticed yesterday that it seems to be worsening and
> acts particularly strong if I'm cornering slightly.
>
> Any thoughts on what kind of boot or such may be
> deteriorating?
>
> Cheers
> Stephen



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