2002 Ford Explorer Front End Shakes

ERICWENNERSTRAND

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2002 FORD EXPLORER
6 CYL
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98,000 MILES

When I am pulling out to the left or to the right my front shakes and shimmys. I was first told the rear clutch was going out and needed replacement

Dealer also tells me it needs new balljoints in front and an aliignment

What do you think?

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Do you only feel it when you are turning?

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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 8:57 AM

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Yes only when I'm turning.

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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 2:16 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Check to make sure the tires are good and not chopped. Also, make sure the CV joints are good. Let me know what you find.

Also, have you ever noticed a clicking when turning?

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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 2:46 PM

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No Clicking,
CV joints and tires are fine.

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Thursday, April 1st, 2010 AT 3:37 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Okay, this is going to be a tough one. Is it louder in any one direction?

Sorry for all the questions. If I could hear it, it would take a few seconds. The internet is great, but it takes a little longer when trying to identify a problem.

Joe