Classic/Antique Car Repair: 66 nova, driveline service, balance weights


Question
I'm having problems with front end shake at 60-70 MPH..I had the front tires Balanced but it still shakes..Thanks for any advice to solve this problem.....Randy

Answer
There are so many possiblities, all I can do is list them - you can run down the list to see which seem most likely.

Your tires may be balanced, but they may not be round. Jack up each wheel and give it a spin, to see if it wobbles, either up and down or side to side.

Your rear wheels may be out of balance, or out of round.

Your driveline may be vibrating, especially if the ride height has been changed, or if the balance weights on the driveshaft have fallen off. You will have to take it to a driveline service place to check this out.

Your front end bushings may be worn, causing a shimmy.   Take it to a front end alignment place and have them check for worn parts.

Try these things, hopefully one of them will be the right answer.

Dick