99 Ranger Vibrating at high speeds

[Craigums]

Ive got a 99 Ford Ranger 4cyl with very high miles. When I hit speeds around 45mph the vehicle starts to vibrate, by the time I get to 60mph the whole truck is shaking very badly and making a vibrating noise. Any suggestions on what could possibly cause an issue like that? Im debating whether or not its even worth fixing at this point.

Thanks

[Farley]

My guess would be ujoints. I had the exact same problem on my F150 about a month ago, replaced it myself. Cost about $25.

[Scott K]

I would take it in to have a shop ck it out and give you an estimate. More then likely it will be less then $200 to fix.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Take a quick peek at the rear tires. If one is separated or really out of balance. If one of the fronts was separated you would probably feel the steering wheel shaking back and forth at slower speeds.

[Musky_Madness]

I too believe I need U Joints. I have an F150 that squeaks when I back up and I guess that is a common symptom. How long does it take to replace? I've read it's fairly simple.

[SkunkedAgain]

It could also be something simple like loose lug nuts on a wheel or a tire out of balance. Take it to a good shop and they'll have it diagnosed quickly.

[Craigums]

U-Joints were FUBAR...Got it in the shop now, Thanks guys

[Farley]

Musky, mine were a PITA. But it beats paying a mechanic, no offense to any mechanics on here. Easy way to check your ujoints is jack up the rear end, put the tranny in neutral and get under the truck and try to move the driveshaft, if there is any play they need to be replaced.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Sometimes there is no play and they are just dry/rusted/seized. When in doubt it never hurts to pull the shaft and physically move the joints to check for both free movement and for play.

[shizzy]

Sometimes there is no play and they are just dry/rusted/seized. When in doubt it never hurts to pull the shaft and physically move the joints to check for both free movement and for play.

for sure. I just had mine replaced on my 03 Ranger and all was tight but there was one cup that went dry, rusted and the bearings went away.

[Jeremy airjer W]

for sure.

Nope, for Shizzy!