Steering is pants

kwhajh · Jan 10, 2010

LR90 200tdi good nick but.:
Out today and the steering needs corrected all the time. So if travelling at 50, correct to right, need to correct to left, basically like one of those old films where they move Steering wheel constantly. Slight noise if stationary and play with steering wheel...my guess, steering box is sticking. Views pls boys (and girls). Ta K

TheVengefulElephant · Jan 10, 2010

what's the prob? It's a landrover?

sypher · Jan 10, 2010

check your steering UJs and all your ball joints first

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 10, 2010

as related, ill post here. My steering was all messed and had all the joints changed, inc track rod which was bent. As well as the steering pump.

However, last few weeks while its been cold (obviously) my steering at start up seems stuck. I have to force it a little to allow it to move freely. This is only ever on a cold start. Is there a chance things are freezing around joints? but aint they all oil, and hence dont freeeze? anyone has similar issues?

Langers · Jan 10, 2010

RUDDdefender90 said:
as related, ill post here. My steering was all messed and had all the joints changed, inc track rod which was bent. As well as the steering pump.

However, last few weeks while its been cold (obviously) my steering at start up seems stuck. I have to force it a little to allow it to move freely. This is only ever on a cold start. Is there a chance things are freezing around joints? but aint they all oil, and hence dont freeeze? anyone has similar issues?

My power steering is dodgy as well, same problem as you - steering is stiff at first but loosens up once you give it some force. Makes a bit of a funny noise when turning the wheel at low speeds too. It doesn't bother me too much though, it's fine once rolling.

Oddie · Jan 10, 2010

Man: Dr, Dr, i have a steering wheel in my pants

Dr: So what's the problem sir?

Man: IT'S DRIVING ME NUTS!!!!

bevhelee · Jan 10, 2010

have you guys checked the drop arm ball joint, when worn causes steering to be notchy and sticky

bevhelee · Jan 10, 2010

odenne said:
man: Dr, dr, i have a steering wheel in my pants

dr: So what's the problem sir?

Man: It's driving me nuts!!!!

:d:d

kwhajh · Jan 10, 2010

Odenne, you have problems!!!
Apart from that, It sticks but no major force to free up although it is the speed (50) bit that is worrying. Drop arm joint looks ok as does the rest of steering area. On further examination, noise is when turning left, not right, sounds like grating and my ear is drawn towards steering box but steering dampner is another culprit. Keep it coming guys, thanks

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 10, 2010

well my joints are all brand new, and still doing it. only thing not replaced is steering box and the damper.

Langers is your landy left outside? or snug in garage.

Langers · Jan 10, 2010

RUDDdefender90 said:
well my joints are all brand new, and still doing it. only thing not replaced is steering box and the damper.

Langers is your landy left outside? or snug in garage.

Always left outside in the elements.

kwhajh · Jan 10, 2010

dropping it into mate (who is dogs doodas) on Tues so will let you know outcome for rudddefender

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 10, 2010

nice one mate, are we saying stiffness in cold weather is not normal then? yeah let me know the outcome, cheers mate

kwhajh · Jan 11, 2010

Got car down to garage today but will not be look at until tomorrow. He confirmed his suspicion is steering box but will come back to you 2moz

kwhajh · Jan 12, 2010

Ruddefender, I feel like a right plonker. My issue turned out not to be steering box or any other of my suspicions. In fact, my steering guard had moved slightly whilst offroading (somehow!!!) and was catching the drop arm in the middle, hence the requirement to correct left and right. Sorry, mate, prob does not help you, good luck

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 12, 2010

lol, any damaged caused?

I have found, that waiting for the steering fluid to warm up, once starting the engine has helped me out. Is it normal to turn the engine on, then wait a little, say 30 seconds for the steering to fluid to start pumping around and everything to get a little warm?

SOUNDS LIKE CHEAPY CHEAP SOLLUTION - MOVE THE GUARD, no pennies? bet your well happy right

kwhajh · Jan 12, 2010

No damage caused and cheap to sort, albeit embarassing!!!

Not sure about steering fluid getting through system but if it is helping then who care. I hate to say it but is sounds like things are not right somewhere. My buddy tells me you can tighten the box but I would need to find out how and get back to you if it helps. Either way, good luck, cheers, Keith

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 13, 2010

yeah look fwd to hearing from ya. I was told my box leaks ( sure oil is around area, but the level seems to be keeping at right level) and that a little bite is warn in there somewhere.

fanatic · Jan 13, 2010

jack up both front wheels, on steering box there is lock nut and adjuster tighten it and as you do check from lock to lock. when you have a happy medium lock it off

RUDDdefender90 · Jan 13, 2010

the adjuster, where drop arm connects? any pictures please

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