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Oct 18, 2000 | 10:30 AM

Macgyver

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The RS has a "dead" spot in the steering at mid-turn >>

When I take a sharp turn, I have alot of steering wheel play, IE: the steering wheel turns, but the wheels don't do anything. This is only during sharp, fast turns...

Is there something worng, or is this normal...

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macgyver@nethirdgen.org [*]Owner of a 1991 Camaro RS, 305 5-speed.[*]Owner of a 1979 Camaro Z28, 350/350.[*]Webmaster of www.NEThirdgen.org

Oct 18, 2000 | 11:46 AM

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Car: '87 Camaro IROC-Z

Engine: 385 HSR

Transmission: 700R4

Axle/Gears: 3.42 posi

It's not really normal, but it just means that some parts are worn out. Could be any of these things: center link, idle arm, or tie rod ends (inner or outer). I replaced all of those parts on my IROC this spring and it -really- tightened up the steering and feedback I get from the tires.

Replacing them is cake, although I had my local shop replace the idler arm when I had the control arm bushings and ball joints replaced.

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Oct 18, 2000 | 02:41 PM

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From: waterford, CT 06385

also check the "rag" joint. It is under the plastic cover on the steering column just before it reaches the stearing box. If there is any motion in this then replace it.