Re: Steering Question

["Dean W. Cains" <dwc@xxxxxx>]

Hi Ken:

Self-centering is usually a function of the caster setting, so I'd check 
that, along with proper air pressure in the tires.  Both are easily 
corrected.  Failing that, you might want to look at the idler arm bushings, 
which I believe need to be reamed to proper spec after installation.  Too 
tight a fit there would make the steering heavy, too.

Regards,

Dean


At 03:12 PM 8/4/2003, you wrote:

> Date: Mon, 4 Aug 2003 12:29:58 -0400
> From: "alfaken" <alfaken@domain.elided>
> Subject: Steering Question
>
> I have a 1974 GTV 2000. In the last month or two, I have had the following
> front end work done: Garage 1  Replaced outer tie rod ends, replaced idler
> arm bushings, wheel alignment Garage 2 (a month or so later) had the lower
> ball joints replaced.
>
> The steering is now very heavy and does not center itself after a corner.
> Any suggestions what could be the problem?
>
> Thanks.....Ken
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