Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
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Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by texas t
He John. good info. But i can not get the car to stay on the 2x10"s had to get to 25mph to get up on the 2 x 10"s and then car slides off. Also how did u put the
front bumper back on ,will jb weld work? Need more detail info!
front bumper back on ,will jb weld work? Need more detail info!
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From: Heart of the Hills, Texas
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by texas t
He John. good info. But i can not get the car to stay on the 2x10"s had to get to 25mph to get up on the 2 x 10"s and then car slides off. Also how did u put the front bumper back on ,will jb weld work? Need more detail info!
front bumper back on ,will jb weld work? Need more detail info!See ya at the dance
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Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by jackei
Changing the stabilizer didn't fix the free play problem on my steering wheel. I was looking at the steering mechanism, the shaft attached to the steering wheel can turn freely for a few degrees (about an inch or so on the rim of the steering wheel), and does not move the pitman arm (while the engine is off). I think something is loose in the steering box, Anyone have ideas? Would it be some simple DIY fix, or require to send to the shop? and how much it cost to fix? Thanks.
Same question here, my wife's '05 has freeplay at the extreme ends of the turning radius. It seems fine in the center while driving straight (feels tight, no sloppy feel), but while turning (like doing a three point turn around) the wheel has about a 1" of play before it starts to move the wheels. Any ideas would help.
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From: Dallas, Das Republik vonTexas
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
just had mine replaced, the original had 35,000 miles on it and was completely shot and frozen up, its amazing how good it feels now
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From: Vallejo CA
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Just ordered one for when I get my car back from the body shop, hopefully sometime next week. Can't wait to get hubby to install. Steering always felt kind of loose.
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Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Changed mine last month and noticed only a slight difference. Changed Ashley's and "WOW", awesome difference. You really notice the difference when turning. Less slop.
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From: Vallejo CA
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Just got mine on yesterday and it really helps with the tracking problem when you hit a bump. My car stays on course now. Today, new tires!
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From: Orlando, FL
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Lately my car has been acting weird with sharp right hand turns, especially noticeable when turning the wheel all the way and having weird clunking noises driving slowly. I was on the highway taking a right turn pretty fast and the abs light was flashing. I know I wasn't losing any traction, just weird to see that happen. So I'm guessing it's the dampener. Just ordered mine for $31 shipped. Can't wait to install it to see if it fixes the problem. Only have 23k miles on her.
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From: Lafayette, Indiana
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by Mimi05SRT6
Lately my car has been acting weird with sharp right hand turns, especially noticeable when turning the wheel all the way and having weird clunking noises driving slowly. I was on the highway taking a right turn pretty fast and the abs light was flashing. I know I wasn't losing any traction, just weird to see that happen. So I'm guessing it's the dampener. Just ordered mine for $31 shipped. Can't wait to install it to see if it fixes the problem. Only have 23k miles on her.
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From: IPSWICH, ENGLAND
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Been reading the thread with interest.
Apart from the awful ride my big problem is that when I have the steering on full lock for a moment it feels like the front wheels struggle for grip when moving off. Has anyone noticed this problem and could a new dampner be me answer?
My next problem is I'm in the UK and not sure where to look for this part. Would a trip to my local Merc dealer be a good idea?
I'm 45,000 miles in and due for new tyres.
Cheers
Apart from the awful ride my big problem is that when I have the steering on full lock for a moment it feels like the front wheels struggle for grip when moving off. Has anyone noticed this problem and could a new dampner be me answer?
My next problem is I'm in the UK and not sure where to look for this part. Would a trip to my local Merc dealer be a good idea?
I'm 45,000 miles in and due for new tyres.
Cheers
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From: KC, Kansas
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Received mine from JOE today .....only 3 days....$31 total. It's beautiful....almost a piece of art....hate to install it...
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Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by Musclefan21
bump. I just ordered mine just for the heck of it. I am at 50k miles now so i assumed i needed one.
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Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by hcarter
Muscle it should make a noticeable difference in the handling of your car ,It did for me when I installed mine ,it stopped all the road drift , and the steering feels more stable
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From: Renfrew, Scotland
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Just replaced my Steering Stabiliser.....50k miles on clock so thought about time a did
What a difference it makes, steering feels smooth and no play in it.......
Makes it easier to turn while statonary...
The best £25 a have spent.......and only took 30min
What a difference it makes, steering feels smooth and no play in it.......
Makes it easier to turn while statonary...
The best £25 a have spent.......and only took 30min
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From: St. Clair Shores Michigan
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
I also just ordered one from www.joeTLC.com a couple a days ago, I have noticed some free play in my steering as well. Paid $31.00 also so I hope I can get before the weekend, so I can install it this weekend.
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From: Orlando, FL
Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by Larry Hitze
Where are you getting yours from if I might ask?