Clunky Steering

[sirbob]

Hey

Just started to notice this recently, however, the previous owner said he'd noticed it as well...

Sometimes when i come into a corner moderatly, ie, not flat nacker as per usual, there is a small clunk in what feels like the LH front that is felt through the steering wheel. It seems to dissapear with speed, or when the wheel is loaded up, ie, i dont seem to feel it when i am working the steering wheel (as you do in a roundabout say) but it is there occasionally under brakes into the apex and you just start to turn the wheel.

My current thinking is something to do with the steering arms to wheel hub connection, or maybe the power steering. If i sit on the driveway and jiggle the wheel the noise can be plainly heard fron the LH front.

Any thoughts? What should i look for down there? From general inspection the PS boots look to be in good condition, as do the steering arms.

[Garry]

Ball joint on the steering arm?

[JBT]

We'd only be guessing with all the suspension components that it could be. I'd be taking a drive to Fulcrum for an investigation and quote.

[Moggy]

Sounds like a bushing is worn, a steering/suspension component has loosened, or something relatively minor has broken. If you want to troubleshoot it yourself I'd recommend jacking the left front and giving all the suspension and steering components a good shake to try and find any movement from loose components or bushing wear. Give the steering wheel a wiggle as well while it's up.

Or if you can't be bothered, take JBT's advice and take it to a suspension place, they shouldn't have any trouble sorting it out (you just have to pay for the privilege ).