Steering Mishap

[Paul (93 Chim)]

Just wanted to let everyone know about an experience I've had with my non power steering model, not sure if the same problem would happen with a power steering model.

I've experienced this before about three years ago and I've read a few posts on this aswell.

My TVR has been laid up for about three weeks due to work, so the weather was good today so I took her out, the steering was a bit stiff, and when I hit my first roundabout, I had to physically straighten the wheel up or I would still have been going around it now.

I've sorted it out today with, WD40, oil, and grease. Also I pumped some grease into the sterring rack.

But just a word of warning if your car ahs been laid up for a bit.

Regards,

Paul.

Sorry but this was destined for Chimaera forum but I'me sure this is the same setup for both marqs.

Edited by Paul (93 Chim) on Thursday 1st May 21:28

[tvr4ever]

Hmmm, never had that problem, steering rack is greased once a year as part of the maintenance ritual.

[scoule]

Would've thought the steering UJ was a more likely culpret than the rack itself.

[GreenV8S]

Was the problem with the steering column UJ, or the rack itself? It's common for the UJ to bind, not heard of this problem with the rack though.

[Paul (93 Chim)]

Yes it was the UV joint near the bulk head, I've given it a good soaking in WD and greased up.

Paul

[HRG]

I'd replace 'em, only £30-40 each