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I might want to install new compression rods before I get my car aligned after I install my rear camber kit. I don't know if it's even worth replacing the compression rods though.
I hear some creaking from the left and right wheels when entering my driveway.
When going over bumps the front of the car doesn't feel too solid. Kind of vague, but I feel some vibrations through the steering wheel. Feels almost like blown shocks without the bouncing.
My steering wheel is not in the exact center, but turned slightly to the left (noticed after alignment). It also drifts to the right some times.
Should I replace them? What other noises/feelings should I observe?
I also want to check my steering rack, but don't know what I should be looking for...
I hear some creaking from the left and right wheels when entering my driveway.
When going over bumps the front of the car doesn't feel too solid. Kind of vague, but I feel some vibrations through the steering wheel. Feels almost like blown shocks without the bouncing.
My steering wheel is not in the exact center, but turned slightly to the left (noticed after alignment). It also drifts to the right some times.
Should I replace them? What other noises/feelings should I observe?
I also want to check my steering rack, but don't know what I should be looking for...
Last edited by AARONHL; 02-22-2009 at 09:33 PM.
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I got the same problem..only my car pulls slightly to the left. My rods are shot too...bushings have movement. I found this..#9 i belive is the compression rod..aKa strut rod. http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...=9&catalogid=1
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What you're describing seems to be what others have experienced from the worn compression rods. The driver side usually goes first.
The steering wheel issue is a problem from your alignment and needs to be resolved with another alignment. Sounds like the wheel wasn't centered and locked into position.
The steering wheel issue is a problem from your alignment and needs to be resolved with another alignment. Sounds like the wheel wasn't centered and locked into position.
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Dude, that's exactly what I'm talking about in my rant about my car when referring to my front end being f'ed up!
I find that when I'm on the highway in the far left or right lane, where the crown of the road pulls the car to one side a little: if I take my hands off the wheel, I feel a rapid clunking from the front end, almost as rapid as a wheel out of balance. But the moment I apply any steering compensation, it's gone. When I go over bumps, I hold on for dear life.
I find that when I'm on the highway in the far left or right lane, where the crown of the road pulls the car to one side a little: if I take my hands off the wheel, I feel a rapid clunking from the front end, almost as rapid as a wheel out of balance. But the moment I apply any steering compensation, it's gone. When I go over bumps, I hold on for dear life.
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