Why does the car shake when excellerating over 35 most the time but not all the time

Asked by bauguess Mar 11, 2016 at 09:43 AM about the 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Just replaced struts spring and coil assembly had front end aligned and tires
ballanced ,but still shakes when accellerating infaster speeds of 35 on up.

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Likely a bad axle shaft. If its not had them done already replace front bearings/hubs at the same time if its in the budget. That is if you plan to keep it, but its getting to be an old car. If you're going to sell it soon, as in the next 18 months or so, just drive it. They can vibrate for years without failing. It's annoying at times, but it won't leave you stranded.

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