2008 Suburban Vibration at 65 MPH
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2008 Suburban Vibration at 65 MPH
Has anyone experienced this issue. I have seen some discussions on this but no one answer. I have had the wheels balanced and still did not resolve it.
Only have 52000 miles. started noticing it 2 week ago on trip out to Colorado.
Only have 52000 miles. started noticing it 2 week ago on trip out to Colorado.
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It could be anything from bad tires/rims to alignment issues to loose lug nuts to worn drive train/suspension components. Do you recall anything specific that triggered the vibration? Hitting a bad pot hole, jumping a curb or tire issues? A quick test would be to swap front wheels with rear wheels and see if the vibration increases, decreases or goes away completely. if so, then you know that it is something with the wheels. probably a wheel out of balance or tire could be bad. if vibration still exists, most likely a suspension/steering/axle issue. those are tougher to diagnose without proper experience.
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Hi mbilak,
I’m sorry to hear that you experience a vibration while driving your Suburban. I will be happy to look further into this concern for you. Please provide your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name via private message if any extra help is needed. I look forward to hearing from you!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
I’m sorry to hear that you experience a vibration while driving your Suburban. I will be happy to look further into this concern for you. Please provide your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name via private message if any extra help is needed. I look forward to hearing from you!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
#4
Balancing is not always a "one and done" proposition, especially with larger truck tires. Have them balance them again, or take it somewhere else for balancing.
I recently did some offroading in/around Moab. Picked up enough rocks/pebbles in the tire treads that it caused a shimmy at highway speeds. Finally smoothed out after about 1000 miles.
I recently did some offroading in/around Moab. Picked up enough rocks/pebbles in the tire treads that it caused a shimmy at highway speeds. Finally smoothed out after about 1000 miles.
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i've been having this issue for quite some time now. i've replaced u joints and rotated tires. i finally have come to terms that it is something in my rear end. and sounds like bearings in the differential. i've changed the axle bearings, and lifted the rear tires off the ground. vibration and noise still there. so i'm gonna give in and take it to a drivetrain shop.
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It could be anything from bad tires/rims to alignment issues to loose lug nuts to worn drive train/suspension components. Do you recall anything specific that triggered the vibration? Hitting a bad pot hole, jumping a curb or tire issues? A quick test would be to swap front wheels with rear wheels and see if the vibration increases, decreases or goes away completely. if so, then you know that it is something with the wheels. probably a wheel out of balance or tire could be bad. if vibration still exists, most likely a suspension/steering/axle issue. those are tougher to diagnose without proper experience.
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Aftermarket............
Just a thought, but are you running aftermarket wheels.....
If your wheels are not mounted hub centrically, they will be mounted stud centrically. If so, there is a possibility that the wheels may be moving slightly in the vertical axis as they rotate, and be generating a noticeable vibration at speed.
As I said, just a thought. You can get hub centric rings that fit into the inner wheel hub and fit over the outer wheel bearing hub, take up the space between the two surfaces and eliminate the vibration.
If your wheels are not mounted hub centrically, they will be mounted stud centrically. If so, there is a possibility that the wheels may be moving slightly in the vertical axis as they rotate, and be generating a noticeable vibration at speed.
As I said, just a thought. You can get hub centric rings that fit into the inner wheel hub and fit over the outer wheel bearing hub, take up the space between the two surfaces and eliminate the vibration.
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well i just came back from a local mechanic shop. he says i need tires...i knew i was in for a set soon anyway, so i'm gonna give in and get tires. he claims he can beat anyones price so we'll see tomorrow. i think I'm gonna go with the bridgestone dueler alenza's. i'm thinking somewhere just under $600. will keep you posted