stiff steering
Discussion
Does anybody have any idea why the steering should get stiffer on acceleration or braking. There is no obvious looseness in any of the steering components.
No good ones, I'd be very concerned about that. Possibly a worn ball joint binding under load or something like that, but until you know for sure what it is I'd be very cautious. The steering column UJs are a common problem area (especially the top one) but typically get stiff intermittantly at certain steering positions rather than under acceleration / braking. Time for a very thorough look at the front suspension I suggest.
Paul
As GreenV8S says no good ones. Get these checked out in the following order (based on cost).
1. Ball joints - these do create heavy steering, but usually more pronounced when braking, the tendency is to get skittish on acceleration.
2. Worn rubber suspension mountings - these, if severe, will allow the wheels to splay in or out under high load, but will be virtually undetectable at cruising loads.
3. Shocks and springs - my personal favourite. Soft nose springs will cause the nose to dip under accel or decel, putting extra weight on to the front wheels. Also worn rear shocks will allow the tail to lift, again shifting weight to the nose.
4. Chassis geometry - has it any accident history?
From looking at your other postings, it would be fair to assume that all things mechanical have been overlooked by it's previous owner
So, with that in mind, I would get it thoroughly checked ASAP.
Stay below 50 until it's sorted though.
Take good care of it and say hello to the autobahns for us
Andy
>> Edited by andyf007 on Monday 4th November 14:12
As GreenV8S says no good ones. Get these checked out in the following order (based on cost).
1. Ball joints - these do create heavy steering, but usually more pronounced when braking, the tendency is to get skittish on acceleration.
2. Worn rubber suspension mountings - these, if severe, will allow the wheels to splay in or out under high load, but will be virtually undetectable at cruising loads.
3. Shocks and springs - my personal favourite. Soft nose springs will cause the nose to dip under accel or decel, putting extra weight on to the front wheels. Also worn rear shocks will allow the tail to lift, again shifting weight to the nose.
4. Chassis geometry - has it any accident history?
From looking at your other postings, it would be fair to assume that all things mechanical have been overlooked by it's previous owner
So, with that in mind, I would get it thoroughly checked ASAP.
Stay below 50 until it's sorted though. Take good care of it and say hello to the autobahns for us
Andy
>> Edited by andyf007 on Monday 4th November 14:12
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