Funny thunk and tight steering

[SolidState]

So I am out playing with the 91 tonight....

Sometimes when turning right, the steering gets tight and there is a loud thunk...

The steering rack was replaced recently by the previous owner, and frankly I have no idea what this could be....

any input?

<small>[ July 24, 2003, 11:41 PM: Message edited by: SolidState ]</small>

 

[projectSHO89]

Where does the "thunk" sound like it's coming from?

Steve

 

[SolidState]

right side...

I was thinking possible subframe mount....but I dont' know...

 

[projectSHO89]

SolidState:
right side...

I was thinking possible subframe mount....but I dont' know...

I would immediately check for a failed right side/rear subframe mount.

Note: This is a critical safety issue. If that connection has failed, driving the car will be hazardous. If your inspection shows the mount has failed, have it taken immediately to a dealer for likely recall work. Do not screw around if this is the problem.

Steve

 

[SolidState]

it isn't my daily driver, so it isn't a big deal.

I'll jack it up and have a look in the coming days..

Thansk steve

 

[TYSHO]

Check your tie rod ends and make sure the outters are greased good. If it has no grease and/or ripped boot...that's why.

 

[MilTownSHO]

projectSHO89:

SolidState:
right side...

I was thinking possible subframe mount....but I dont' know...

I would immediately check for a failed right side/rear subframe mount.

Note: This is a critical safety issue. If that connection has failed, driving the car will be hazardous. If your inspection shows the mount has failed, have it taken immediately to a dealer for likely recall work. Do not screw around if this is the problem.

Steve

Sounds like a subframe mount, I had the same thing happen on my both of my 91's. Be aware though that the car may not be covered under recall, my 92 wasn't

 

[projectSHO89]

Be aware though that the car may not be covered under recall, my 92 wasn't

There is a provision in the recall statement for vehicles that are not in the OASIS database to get coverage. Perhaps your dealer didn't want to expend the effort on your behalf.

Steve

 

[SolidState]

actually, as an update, I found out that the recall was performed, and less than 18k ago...

still gotta look into it though....