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28th February 2008, 23:06
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Vibration at steering wheel -help-
I'm having a little vibration at the steering wheel at speeds over 50mph... Its not bad but a little noticable. I just had my guy check everything under the car and everything is nice and tight. I had it aligned last month after installing h&r springs. I installed spacers after the alignment. Anyone have any ideas of what it could be? Much appreciated!
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28th February 2008, 23:18
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If it occurs consistently around the same speed, sounds like your front wheels are out of balance.
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28th February 2008, 23:20
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need a new alignment and also check tire pressure
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28th February 2008, 23:23
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Most likely an out of balance front tire. Have them rebalanced, and only on a ride-matching load bearing Hunter balancer. Discount tire uses them if you request, or most other big tire chains. YOu have to ask around or request it.
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28th February 2008, 23:30
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ok... so check the balance and alignment...
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28th February 2008, 23:37
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ok... so check the balance and alignment...
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Dont bother checking the alignment.
You wouldn't have snow or mud in your wheels would you?
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29th February 2008, 00:41
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I went through this w my e39. i checked balance, pressure, tire wear, rims, and all the other infrastructure btw wheel and car. Turned out i needed new bushings even though a visual inspection suggested they were fine. Good luck!
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29th February 2008, 01:41
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Dont bother checking the alignment.
You wouldn't have snow or mud in your wheels would you?
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nope... Happens even right after a wash
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29th February 2008, 01:43
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I went through this w my e39. i checked balance, pressure, tire wear, rims, and all the other infrastructure btw wheel and car. Turned out i needed new bushings even though a visual inspection suggested they were fine. Good luck!
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New bushings? I only have 2,450 miles 
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29th February 2008, 01:47
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nope... Happens even right after a wash
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You could have easily knocked off a wheel weight. I would bet mega dollars on your front wheels being out of balance.
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29th February 2008, 02:02
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You could have easily knocked off a wheel weight. I would bet mega dollars on your front wheels being out of balance.
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+1 Absolutely...........I'll bet a cheeseburger 
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