Grumble/Vibration in front end- where to look

[kinghawg98]

I have a very low frequency vibration in the front end that goes away when I turn the wheel to the right more than about 15 degrees.

It is most noticeable going 40-55 MPH. The vibration does not stop when I turn left, only when I turn right. I noticed that it goes away while I was on some exit ramps/flyovers.

It is consistent, always present, not dependent on RPM of engine. Somewhere in the front axle....Thoughts?

[kinghawg98]

plus some characters

[nsrchofpwr]

unit bearings in the hub assembly going bad? jack wheel off the ground and pull top and bottom in and out to see. if you have play, they are bad.

[RedDye01]

ditto .

[kinghawg98]

sounds like a PITA and $ fix..

I'll try the pulling trick in the AM. (isnt that the same test for ball joints?)

assuming thats the problem, how long can I delay the fix?

[nsrchofpwr]

don't wait if that is the problem. check local driveline shops. they do the work at a reasonable price.

[nsrchofpwr]

also it is not too bad to do it yourself.

[kinghawg98]

i'm ok with DIY, just need to know what to be on the lookout for/pictures. I've read the threads that have been under unit bearing, but not a single photo....aside from a dust seal. darn.

[kinghawg98]

Ok its all apart...should the 'inside' of the hub near the axle be greased before reassembly?

Also, what to use on the yellow o-ring? What kind of grease. I dont want a bad interaction.

Super easy to take apart and putting back together will be easy too. No explaination needed really. Just need some help with the grease situation.

[kinghawg98]

I know, the board is kind of dead at the moment.

TTT so I can buy the right grease tonight, I have 30 more minutes..