Vauge steering

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larky

Vauge steering

Post by larky »

I've noticed quite a bit of play in the steering wheel, I've thought about replacing the steering rack bushes first, but do you think I might need a new rack, or are there other options

Thanks
Sam


MrP

Re: Vauge steering

Post by MrP »

Personally from what I've experienced and heard/read the rack's in these never really fail (on the rare occasions that they become loose they can be adjusted)

I'd be checking track rod ends, wishbone bushes (I'd be checking these first!), suspension top mounts, wheel bearings etc way before I'd even consider the rack.

Hope that helps.

Rich.


larky

Re: Vauge steering

Post by larky »

MrP wrote:Personally from what I've experienced and heard/read the rack's in these never really fail (on the rare occasions that they become loose they can be adjusted)

I'd be checking track rod ends, wishbone bushes (I'd be checking these first!), suspension top mounts, wheel bearings etc way before I'd even consider the rack.

Hope that helps.

Rich.
Thanks Rich

Thats what I was thinking aswell


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Re: Vauge steering

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assume you mean rotational free play at the wheel? if yes, as above. if no, steering column bushes


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