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  1. 29th November 2010, 08:49 PM #21
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    Another preload update

    Well I checked the preload on the left hand side and found it to be < .5kg with the swivel seal still in after initial pull on the spring scales.

    So that is pretty low.

    Set it to be about 2kg removing one shim.

    Still a wheel alignment left to do is get rid of a slight vibration but I have been happily hitting bumps at highway speeds and no "death wobble" to speak of.
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  2. 29th November 2010, 09:08 PM #22
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    I've had the death wobble for the last 100,000k's on my TD5. Only happened when turning right and hit a bump. Steadily got worse and worse. Recently did a suspension overhaul, with new springs and dampers. It's like new again - with no wobble at all. (I'd previously tried all of the above suggestions - but had not thought of the shockers!)
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    Quote Originally Posted by BilboBoggles View Post
    I've had the death wobble for the last 100,000k's on my TD5. Only happened when turning right and hit a bump. Steadily got worse and worse. Recently did a suspension overhaul, with new springs and dampers. It's like new again - with no wobble at all. (I'd previously tried all of the above suggestions - but had not thought of the shockers!)
    Well at least you checked the preloads.

    I worked a little in reverse and having done all the other things resorted to finally checking them.

    Would still have replaced the other kit but it would have made it easier to drive than worrying about the next bump I was going to hit.
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    is there a trick to undoing the bolt that holds the brake hose bracket?
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    Quote Originally Posted by troppojon View Post
    is there a trick to undoing the bolt that holds the brake hose bracket?
    Put a jack under the bottom of the swivel.
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    Quote Originally Posted by troppojon View Post
    is there a trick to undoing the bolt that holds the brake hose bracket?
    You have to keep the socket vertical to the bolt head and use the thinnest socket you have available.

    If I had a die grinder I would trim the brake line bracket so you can fit a normal socket on it!
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