wandering steering

plasticrat · Aug 8, 2010

hi can anyone tell me if the steering on a 65 2a should have a mind of it's own.I've checked all the joints adjusted the steering box checked all oils &
even rotated the tyres nothing seems to make any difference it still goes where it wants to i'm on 750.16 avon rangemasters,swivels & joints are all tight new brake adjusters but i just can't solve the problem any ideas?

oxides · Aug 8, 2010

Have you checked for play in the relay and the box? Even with the box adjusted for minimum play if it's worn the steering will wander.

crazyjase · Aug 8, 2010

There is meant to be some free play in the steering, but I did find that on my truck when I had those avons on it did wander around a bit more, am on xzls now and whilst its not a modern car (you can't let go of the steering wheel and expect it to go in a straight line) its much better behaved than my series one

What tyre pressures are you running? That might make a difference

plasticrat · Aug 9, 2010

tyre pressures are 25 tried 30psi but it's still the same is a steering box overhaul practicle
can you still get the spares? this is an early box with the pinch bolt or can i fit a later one with no problems?sorry for all the questions but i just want to get out & dirty

Celtic · Aug 10, 2010

Hi mate
I had the same prob as you with a series 3 ,it was the ralco bushes on the swivels,changed them and all good.

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