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I found out what the XR2 shaking problem is

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Old 02-07-2004, 07:07 AM
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Default I found out what the XR2 shaking problem is

................ BOTH rear wheel bearings

Even the numbskulls at kwikfit that balanced my tyres didnt realise. Wankers.

Looks like I am gonna have a fun nite
Old 05-07-2004, 07:10 AM
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OK, sorted the wheel bearings out and guess what.............



Still fucking shaking like its got Pakinsons I am realy starting to lose my rag with this car. Gonna get the rear wheels balanced tonite and if that doesnt cure it then the fucker is going up in flames
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You sure the wheels aint buckled?
Old 05-07-2004, 07:28 AM
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Nath, the wheels are fine mate.

It all started when I put a new set of ball joints on the front................ it mite be them so I will put my old ones back on as well tonite.
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