Steering Issues ?

[easty027]

i seem to be experiencing slight issues with my steering. When driving in a straight line I seem to notice a bit of play in the steering wheel. I thought nothing of it as I constantly drive round paranoid listening out for new rattles, squeaks etc.

This week it feels far less direct and responsive as it used to. I have checked the tyre pressures again this evening and all is ok?. Although its one of those things that difficult to explain and I am sure that I have no doubt run over a few uneven surfaces and pot holes as everybody else does on a day to day basis but does anybody have any ideas?

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On a more positive note i followed a Lambo Murcielago LP-640 for my entire 6 mile commute home in the sunshine, totally made my day, the noise, the width and watching peoples expressions as it passed was amazing. I have commented on here numerous times how much of a lambo fan i am and today just confirmed it, just gives me the 'tingle' that ferraris never have.

 

[viper-uk]

Hi easty027, I had a similar problem last year with your symptoms and it was due to a worn ball joint that needed replacing.

 

[EdButler]

Yeah as viper said, its worth checking all ball joints and bushings on the front suspension, theyre all very liable to 'go' after about 50k - i can feel my Front wishbone rear bushes have just about had it. You can get them for <£40 and will only take 45 mins to fit yourself (just make sure you buy ones complete with the alloy 'lollipop' holders)

 

[easty027]

cheers guys. any ideas on part numbers ?

thanks.