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Old Sep 4, 2024 | 03:48 PM
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Since I bought my 04 corvette, I've noticed I can feel something through the steering wheel, almost like something is sending vibrations from the road through the shaft. Any idea what it could be? The wheel doesn't shake or move at speed, I can take my hands off the wheel at any speed and it goes perfect straight.
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maybe? (start at 6:25)
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Originally Posted by WehrWulf
Since I bought my 04 corvette, I've noticed I can feel something through the steering wheel, almost like something is sending vibrations from the road through the shaft. Any idea what it could be? The wheel doesn't shake or move at speed, I can take my hands off the wheel at any speed and it goes perfect straight.
It's a guessing game for anyone not in the car with you. Get it to a trusted shop for evaluation.
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You have to have the car on a lift and check all the steering system components.
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