Play in steering
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Burning Brakes
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From: Martinsville, Indiana
Play in steering
Hey guys. I just got my Z06 back with a forged motor and turbo and I have about 1/4" of play in the steering wheel before the wheels start to turn. I never had this before the motor change. Could it be that something is not tightened up or what do you think? Thanks! 
Mark
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St. Jude Donor '13
Not good 
Check the bolt were the steering shaft connects to the steering rack.You can get to it from under the hood.Even if the bolt is tight it may not be tight enough to squash the clamp leaving play in the steering.
Check the bolt were the steering shaft connects to the steering rack.You can get to it from under the hood.Even if the bolt is tight it may not be tight enough to squash the clamp leaving play in the steering.
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From: Anthony TX
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St. Jude Donor '08
This is serious!! Dont drive the car until you get this resolved! I totaly agree with C5 Tech's diagnosis!! Best thing to do is have some one turn the wheel and see where the lost motion is happening! I bet it is at that joint!
Bill
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From: King George VA
Originally Posted by C-5 TECH
Not good Check the bolt were the steering shaft connects to the steering rack.You can get to it from under the hood.Even if the bolt is tight it may not be tight enough to squash the clamp leaving play in the steering.
Check the bolt were the steering shaft connects to the steering rack.You can get to it from under the hood.Even if the bolt is tight it may not be tight enough to squash the clamp leaving play in the steering.This really isn't that dangerous. The coupling can't come off (unless the nut that holds the clamp on is totally gone) which you can tell once you look at how it goes together.
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