“Death wobble”

[AlpineChip]

Recently started experiencing a bit of wobble on my 2023 w/37's and Mopar lift w/JTS track bar. Decided to replace the stock steering stabilizer w/upgraded stabilizer FOX TS 2.0 and so far, a big difference for the better. No wobble issues and seemingly much better tracking on the highway. Hope this really is the 'fix' for me.

Edit: After 2 days, an extreme wobble/shake showed up. Actually, very violent and happened twice at speeds under 35 after hitting a rough patch in the road. Checked everything and after speaking with a Fox support tech, decided to revert back to the stock Mopar for testing. Initial tests point to an issue with the Fox stabilizer I was sent. Replacement on order.

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[AlpineChip]

Recently started experiencing a bit of wobble on my 2023 w/37's and Mopar lift w/JTS track bar. Decided to replace the stock steering stabilizer w/upgraded stabilizer FOX TS 2.0 and so far, a big difference for the better. No wobble issues and seemingly much better tracking on the highway. Hope this really is the 'fix' for me.

Edit: After 2 days, an extreme wobble/shake showed up. Actually, very violent and happened twice at speeds under 35 after hitting a rough patch in the road. Checked everything and after speaking with a Fox support tech, decided to revert back to the stock Mopar for testing. Initial tests point to an issue with the Fox stabilizer I was sent. Replacement on order.

Update on this ongoing scenario - after replacing old with new (Fox TS) stabilizer - still able to induce the death wobble. Installed JKS adjustable lowers, new drag link end and things are much improved but, not perfect. Swapped 37s KO2 with my wrangler's 35s Nitto Trail Grappler and no issues on several short tests. Swapped wheels and tires back, installed original Mopar steering stabilizer and no issues during more test drives.
Have the Fox ATS 2.0 stabilizer arriving next week and will install it to and see what happens.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Stabilizer is a mask. It may make it appear to go away, but the underlying causes are STILL there and the stabilizer will eventually wear out because of it.
It's like taking a lot of aspirin to mask the pain of a broken bone - it's still broken but you feel much better and eventually aspirin won't take care of the pain.

 

[AlpineChip]

Stabilizer is a mask. It may make it appear to go away, but the underlying causes are STILL there and the stabilizer will eventually wear out because of it.
It's like taking a lot of aspirin to mask the pain of a broken bone - it's still broken but you feel much better and eventually aspirin won't take care of the pain.

Yes, completely agree. My saga seems to be one of immediate reaction to a small 'wobble' to a full-blown death wobble after installing a Fox TS stabilizer and then deciding (as you indicate) other things are/were at play.
Just for sake of sharing, I will update as I move to solve the puzzle pieces fitting together.

 

[kc mojave]

i took my 2022 mojave in yesterday for service, and to look at the the death wobble issue.
i have owned the vehicle for 3 years and have 31,000 on the odometer. only modification is
aftermarket wheels with 35 inch tires. i first noticed the issue a couple of months ago
when going over bumps/potholes at 40 mph. i am still under warranty. dealer ordered
drag link, toe bar and damper. we'll see how it goes? from what i have read ball joints also
seem to be the culprit.

after months of waiting for my parts to arrive. i was finally able to bring my jeep in for repair.
items replaced damper, tie rod ends, drag link, toe bar, and alignment. so far so good. we'll see how it holds up.

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