Wow... new life in my 16-year old ride.... zipping around nicely.
What happened?
Well, there was a noise from the right front wheel, so I had it checked out, thinking it was probably some bush issue. It would 'clunk' when I turn, esp on incline.
Turned out, the steering rack was loose. My guy had it tightened slightly, which seems to have fixed the noise.
But as a bonus, the car felt A LOT more responsive. More crisp feedback, if u know what I mean, I can point the nose more accurately and sharply.
Going straight also felt better. I did not expect that.
I am guessing, it makes sense that when the steering rack was loose, some energy is lost as things moved about, aside from dulling the feedback. When re-tightened, the sharpness and responsiveness returned.
Simple tweak, but so beneficial... So, check your steering rack from time-to-time.
Don't overdo it though, or else the steering won't spring back to straight when you let go after a turn.
Enjoy!
