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Old 11-13-2011, 04:06 PM
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The reason why i ask is that i've been having a problem with my car in corners..everytime i take a sharp corner,the car wants to walk and not turn as i turn the steering wheel. The car will finally turn after im in the opposite lane. Is it the bushings causing this???Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
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the front radius rod and upper strut mounts are the weak points. Check your front inner fender liner for tire rub and check the inside edge of the tire for strut rub.
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They upgrade bushings because the stock ones crack and fail early and often, leaving the car a complete mess. What you're describing is very much have to do with worn bushings and other suspension parts.

Maine ones to do are front radius rod bushings and strut mounts, those usually fail real quick.
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Originally Posted by redtan
They upgrade bushings because the stock ones crack and fail early and often, leaving the car a complete mess. What you're describing is very much have to do with worn bushings and other suspension parts.

Maine ones to do are front radius rod bushings and strut mounts, those usually fail real quick.
I'll second that...and when I had all that **** torn apart, I just went ahead and did the control arm bushings as well.

My struts were shot, radius rod bushings were shot, both strut mounts were shot, and one strut bearing was completely gone (the cause of the rebuild).
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I'd check the ball joints and other parts up in front too.
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Do some front struts, RR bushings, strut mounts, tie rods, and front sway bar bushings and you will be amazed. If on a budget, do the outer tie rods, RR bushings, and strut mounts. The springs and struts up front really help too



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