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4x4 2001 sways at 60+ mph, hard to keep staright on lane?

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Old 01-24-2014, 03:18 PM
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My 2001 4X4 zr2 BLAZER sways and it's hard to keep on the lane at highway speed of 60+ mph?

What have you done to fix this problem?
 
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Check tires for uneven wear pattern. Has a lift kit been installed or the suspension modified? Big tires? Lower ball joints are the first to go out...how many miles? Outer tie rod ends are probably next, and then everything else.

Check tire pressure. Any pulling when applying the brakes? Could be one of the caliper pistons is dragging.

Many things to check into....no one item.
 
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mine is all over the road on the highway, to the point it is literally scarry with a dirtbike carrier in the hitch and 300+lbs in the cargo. Had it aligned and Ive just come to realize its the nature of something with a short wheelbase.
 
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Mine has done that since new. 2002 rear wheel drive. It drifted with the original Uniroyals and replacement Michelins. Especially bad on the interstate. Dealer service found no problems. Just the nature of the beast. Runs great otherwise.
 
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Old 01-27-2014, 09:14 AM
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You need to inspect the front end. Ball joints very important. I agree with lanny.


Pewter, surprised Dealer service said nature of the beast.
 
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