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Old Apr 28, 2011 | 10:42 PM
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im new to the corvette world. my 1988 c4 seems to almost steer slightly in the rear of the car when i give it gas and then back when i let off. any suggestions??
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Old Apr 29, 2011 | 01:19 AM
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Check all of the rear end suspension components, particularly the "batwing" bushings.
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Originally Posted by bluehog01
im new to the corvette world. my 1988 c4 seems to almost steer slightly in the rear of the car when i give it gas and then back when i let off. any suggestions??
Had the same problem,take it to the alignment shop
that will cure most of the problem

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...el-or-dec.html

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Originally Posted by Calderone
take it to the alignment shop


The tires are pointing away and thats the reason it feels like it is fishtailing.

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I agree with the guys above....alignment. Just ensure you don't have any worn suspension components first, or you're wasting your money aligning it. Worn bushings will cause constantly changing alignment. Ensure everything is up to snuff, get a 4 wheel alignment per Pete's chart, and all will be well.

Check your wheel bearings for play as well.
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thanks guys I'll have it aligned. my first corvette and loving it
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