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Clunk at full lock in reverse


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I have developed a clunk under the front end when at full lock, either direction, in reverse. I think it is probably loose tie rod ends, but I wanted to get some input before replacing them. What are your thoughts?

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It could also be the steering stops. They're known to have the plastic caps fall off, and then you get metal to metal contact.

 

if not, definitely tie-rod ends

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Full lock means that the wheels are turned fully in one direction. I was simply looking for ideas of other potential problems before I begin to diagnose anything. Thank you for your sincere input, it was most helpful.

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Have someone wiggle the steering wheel while you take a look at your steering components. That will give you a better idea of what to replace. Ive seen everything from bad inner/outer tie rods to a back rack, bad rack bushings.. it could be a lot of things. It could even be something like a bad strut or something with the front suspension.

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Have someone wiggle the steering wheel while you take a look at your steering components. That will give you a better idea of what to replace. Ive seen everything from bad inner/outer tie rods to a back rack, bad rack bushings.. it could be a lot of things. It could even be something like a bad strut or something with the front suspension.

 

 

Thanks, I will check those things out. :beer:

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Rack or tie rods. R50s have no steering stops. It is built into the rack.

D'oh...wasn't paying attention to the model of Pathy.

 

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