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Thread: Vibration around 50-60 mph.

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    Default Vibration around 50-60 mph.

    Hey guys,

    I'm having strange problems. My car is vibrating (steering and feet) between 50-60 mph then everything is fine again. Anybody know what this could be?

    Thanks,

    Stephen

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    could be thrust arm bushings, center bearing, guibo(if you have one), lot of other things. do a search. also i think i remember billr or someone asking if you feel it in the floor or through your seat as a way to identify the prob.
    -Pekka

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    Default upper thrust arms may be bad

    Check the archives. Typical problem on our cars. If you are in Lexington, Ky as I think you are. Motorsports can fix you up. Call Curt Richards-owner at 859-259-2801. They are reasonable, honest and a bit cheaper than the dealer.

    I need to do the same. Good luck!
    Thanks,

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    Yep, Archives are once again, treasure trove. I tried every thing from vibration to shudder. who knew it was called the 50-60 shimmy. I think there's more than enough info here to help me solve the problem. Thanks gang!

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    I just came to have the same problem after doing a tire rotation. Changed them back and bang, problem gone. Cupping issue in the tires in my bet. Also, check the balance in the tires and for a bent rim.

    Stephen
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    do a search

    someone asks about this every week
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    Yup, thrust arms, control arms, sway links, hubcentric rings and last but not least...tires that go out of round after a while (Dunlop 'eggs' especially).

    Cheers,
    Duey

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    Just wondering if you guys change rims eitheir upgrade with new BMW OEM wheels or aftermartket wheels. If you did you will need a Hubcentric converter kit.
    If you are still using your stock wheels check the condition of your front Hubs.

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    hmm...interesting angle, I'll check into that on my car.



    Quote Originally Posted by kidlat
    Just wondering if you guys change rims eitheir upgrade with new BMW OEM wheels or aftermartket wheels. If you did you will need a Hubcentric converter kit.
    If you are still using your stock wheels check the condition of your front Hubs.
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    Lol
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