2000 xlt

[Blakeybutt]

G'Evening, all.

Lately, my 2000 XLT has been shaking once I hit 60 MPH. It's not a overbearing, uncontrollable shake, but it's noticeable. I figured it may be an alignment issue, so I got it realigned and rotated my tires. Nothing came of that. The only reason I ask is because, while it's not a huge deal right now, I don't want it to be in the future. If it's some part that needs replaced, I'd rather have it looked at now rather than later.

Any idea what could cause this?

 

[koda2000]

have you had your tires balanced?

 

[Blakeybutt]

I'm a noob with cars. I didn't know balancing tires was something I could do. I'll try that next.

 

[koda2000]

I'm a noob with cars. I didn't know balancing tires was something I could do. I'll try that next.

yes, tires must be balanced (and re-balanced periodically). if they get out of balance, you'll get a vibration right around 60 miles an hour. tire places will suggest you get them rotated and re-balanced every 7,500 miles. i rotate mine at around 7,500, but i only re-balance them if i start getting the vibration, or when the tires are about 1/2 worn.

BTW, if you off road and go through mud, make sure you get all the dirt/mud out of the backs of your wheels or you'll cause an imbalance.

 

[FIND]

If your tires aren't out of balance, have someone check out your CV axles.