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lower steering balljoints?

Panama

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just a quick question, when in full lock from a standing start when i accellerate (parking etc), my steering shudders violently.

i am thinking lower balljoints need attn. am i on the right track?
 

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when moving along if you full lock what does it do? same thing?
 

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yeah a little bit, but i try not to have it in full lock at higher speeds. i quess when i'm doing 3 point turns and stuff.
 

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so no one else has ever had this problem?
 

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you should check all of the front suspension ball joints, strut tops, swaybar bushes etc... and another cause low power steering pressure/fluid, worn belt, loose steering rack, worn or loose wheel bearings and bold or uneven front tyres.:thumbsup:
 

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cheers mate
 
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