free play

dy168

Petty Officer 3rd Class
Joined
Oct 31, 2004
Messages
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Hi all,<br /><br />When I turn the steeling wheel, there is always free play when turing to either left or right. How much free play is acceptable? I have to turn the wheel at least 4 to 5 in left or right before the drive start to move.
 

KaGee

Admiral
Joined
Aug 14, 2004
Messages
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Re: free play

Would seem a bit much to me. Inspection time!
 

DHPMARINE

Captain
Joined
Dec 16, 2003
Messages
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Re: free play

Have someone hold the wheel straight while you try to move the drive side to side.If you can move it side to side alot,you have way too much wear,probably at the gimbal ring/steer arm junction.A real safety issue.<br /><br />DHP
 
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