Hotchef181818 Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 So I'm not really sure how to accurately describe this problem but I'll try. I've noticed a bit of vagueness in my steering lately, it changes depending on conditions. At highway speeds I can let go of the steering wheel and it will have a slight shimmy to it. At lower speeds, say in a parking lot if I turn while going over a bump it feels like the front end is gonna fall apart. The control arm bushings have been replaced recently, also the springs and struts were replaced. I have sways installed...blah blah. Anyways I crawl underneath and start looking around...the only area I can find any looseness is the bushing in the steering column. I can grab it and move it around quite a bit, also if I twist it I can hear a clunking in the steering rack and it seems to have some play. Anyone have any thoughts? It's under warranty so its going back to the dealer again, but this is the second time it's been in for the same problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 I was thinking wheel bearing until you talked about moving the steering column and the rack making noise. I think you found the issue. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotchef181818 Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 It's been there for 5 hours now, they are completely stumped but at least recognized there is a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 How old is the car ? 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotchef181818 Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 2007, 70k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotchef181818 Posted July 9, 2012 Author Share Posted July 9, 2012 Idiots said nothing is wrong, I'm gonna have to sort it out n my own. I don't trust them with my car anymore. I'll upload some video tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 Time for a independent shop to look at it. Oh could it be sway bar end links ? 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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