shimmy

[92EcoDiesel Jetta]

I can feel the shimmy and see it in the steering wheel, even after I put it in neutral while coasting on the highway. I jacked the front wheel up one at a time and shook the wheel and can hear a clicking sound. I had my hand on the outer tie rod and did not feel the click there. May it's the inner tie rod(s) that's loose? What usually goes first in this suspension?

[jtanguay]

ball joints.  i've never heard of inner tie rod failures, but i guess its possible. tie rods are a very good idea.  if you drive too much like that, the tires will wear out prematurely.