rssapphowner

hi peeps this problem is driving me nuts on my 2wd cossie my steering is really light and if i get in ruts in the road it oes all over the place my tracking id fine i was wondering if it is the wheel bearings???? i am stumped any ideas peeps

sideways saff

iTrader: (1)

this is exactly the same issue that i have at the moment.....i have changed steering rack,polly bushed it,changed shocks and springs,it is better but not right , hopefully some one else has had the same problem and can shed some light on this ??????

Cheers Matt

iansoutham

Couple of questions for the pair of you:

a/ what size wheels and tyres do you have?

b/ you say the tracking is fine, but what are the measurements, tow in, toe out?

c/ is the steering rack central, i.e. exactly the same number of turns lock to lock from centre?

Reasons are because larger wheels and tyres can cause light-handling
If you have too much toe in, the steering will be very light and will not want to self-centralise, causing instability
If the steering rack is not central, then you will not be driving in the "dead-spot" where the power assistance is @ its minimum. This is a small area on the rack spline (internally) where the PAS pump does not run under pressure. IF the steering is off-centre, then the PAS will be working continuously (normally more noticable one way than the other) and the steering will feel light and twitchy.

Check the above and come back to me with the results and I will see what I can sort out....

sideways saff

iTrader: (1)

ok cool i am running escort cosworth wheels 8x16 , iwill check the lock to lock and also get the tracking checked again .........i'll then let you know the outcome

cheers
Matt