My M1009 is shuddering.

[keawe_applewhite]

I'm new to the forum and love it. The trucks and information on here is truly amazing and can't believe there are people that like this as much as I do.
Ok, now that's been said I drive a 1985 M1008 pickup and if I hit a bump at around 30-35mph it shudders very hard till I hit the brake and make a complete stop.
I would appreciate any advice on the subject you have.

 

[zout]

welcome

I am recently new also = but welcome to the site - I am a moderate fanatic but there are worse ones here - but from what I have seen - very cool site and great folks and willing to help
WHERE ARE YOUR PICTURES OF YOUR RIDE ?

 

[keawe_applewhite]

Thanks for the welcome and I'll take some pics today and post them on my profile. I'm currently in the process of restoring her. I have to get a alt. and p.s. belt and throw them on today.

 

[zout]

parts

I so not know if you have an alt - but check with a reputable rebuild shop before you buy one - cheaper.
I would add that little avatar dancing guy saying worthless without pics ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
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but I would not think of doing something like that - yeah right
get some pics and wanna see the ride

 

[keawe_applewhite]

Here is a picture of my baby doll she ain't beautiful but she's awesome.

 

[ABN173]

John Applewhite? Did you go to Columbus Tech?

Dale

 

[FMJ]

Welcome!, check your steering stabilizer, in nearly all the 1008's I have gotten from GL the stabilizer is shot. It could be related to other issues, but this is easy to check.

 

[crusty]

While you're under there, Also check for worn or damaged tie rod ends. A chassis lube would also be a good idea.

 

[Westech]

its the kin pins! Its called death wobble. All you need is the upper bushings and springs. The lowers never go bad. here is what a rebuild kit looks like.

 

[keawe_applewhite]

Dear Lord you guys know how to help a fella out. All this info is mind boggling you guys really know what your doing. I'm glad I joined up.