When driving 60-70 MPH there is a shimmy that comes and goes?

1998 FORD MUSTANG
121,000 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • 2WD • MANUAL
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RICHARD SMITH6
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Front struts seem strong, but at 60-70 MPH there is a shimmy that comes and goes. Wheels and tires are good and balanced. I've read where this year range had issues with front ends, so looking at a front-end kit with tie rod ends and ball joints and stabilizer link kits. Then have an alignment done. Am I missing anything?
Oct 27, 2023 at 4:33 AM
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STRAILER
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That should fix it, I have seen the lower ball joints/tie rod ends being worn out and cause this problem. Check out the images (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem so we can see what's going on.
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Oct 27, 2023 at 8:48 AM
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RICHARD SMITH6
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Once the parts come in, I'll take photos of before and after.
Oct 27, 2023 at 9:41 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I noticed we haven't been in contact with you for a couple of days. Have you been able to make any progress or need help with anything? We are interested in knowing.

Take care,

Joe
Oct 29, 2023 at 6:34 PM
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Thank you.
Oct 30, 2023 at 10:12 AM
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RICHARD SMITH6
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Have all the parts, but have to wait for warmer weather, no shop.
Jan 29, 2024 at 5:37 AM