Weird problem: Steering wheel not straight
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Racer
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From: Fort Worth tx
Weird problem: Steering wheel not straight
The steering wheel looks like I'm turning to the right just a bit. However, there is no wear on the front tires and it doesn't seem to pull abnormally to the right or left.
What the heck is the deal here, and can I straighten the wheel myself?
Thx!
What the heck is the deal here, and can I straighten the wheel myself?
Thx!
Navigator
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Steering right
Yes that is an easy fix and will probably only require a 1/4 turn on each of the two tie rod ends (counter clockwise). The tie rod ends attach to the knuckle behind the rotor and have a lock nut to keep the rod ends from turning. Good Luck
Instructor
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Mine was doing the same thing. The three bolts on drives side bearing hub had come loose. I took the bolts out put lock tight on them and retorqued the bolts. The steering wheel was centered again after that.
FYI, One bolt had come out already and the other two were 1/8" loose, very close call.
Check that out, if all three come loose your tire, wheel and everything else will no longer be attached to the car. 3 wheels don't look good on a vette.
FYI, One bolt had come out already and the other two were 1/8" loose, very close call.
Check that out, if all three come loose your tire, wheel and everything else will no longer be attached to the car. 3 wheels don't look good on a vette.
Burning Brakes
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From: Spring Branch Texas
Originally Posted by Fastlane
The steering wheel looks like I'm turning to the right just a bit. However, there is no wear on the front tires and it doesn't seem to pull abnormally to the right or left.
What the heck is the deal here, and can I straighten the wheel myself?
Thx!
What the heck is the deal here, and can I straighten the wheel myself?
Thx!
Unusual tire wear due to a bad alignment will take some time (and miles) to appear. The tolerances on a front-end are too tight to "eye-ball". You REALLY need the equipment!!!!!
At all costs, you need to be safe!
