Strange steering issues

[WaKonabi217]

My supra seems to like to wander along the road. Sometimes i'll let go of the wheel and it'll pull right, and other times it'll pull left. If I dont constantly counter it's pull in different directions it'll wander every which way.

My dad was saying it could be control arm bushings and the control arm...he is having a similar problem in his M3 and has read about it for both cars. I'm wondering if this is most likely the issue, or if i'd there are other more likely problems

 

[Poodles]

Rack bushings, tierods, ect...

Only way to know is start inspecting...

 

[AJ'S 88NA]

Something loose

 

[carfanatic89]

something loose in the steering department. put it in the air and take a look underneath something should stand out that's not right.

 

[NewWestSupras]

Take it to an alignment shop, they'll show you what's up. Most likely culprits as stated are: inner and/or outer tie rods, lower control arm bushings...gl.

 

[WaKonabi217]

One more question, if its the control arm/bushings, is there any difference between a control arm and a traction arm???

And where would I find an alignment shop? I know where to go to find a general auto shop etc, but not a specially alignment shop.

 

[primercrx]

One more question, if its the control arm/bushings, is there any difference between a control arm and a traction arm???

And where would I find an alignment shop? I know where to go to find a general auto shop etc, but not a specially alignment shop.

Most of your tire shops will have the equipment to do alignments and also may specialize in alignments. Your local phone book could probably be a resourceful tool if properly used.

 

[hvyman]

rack bushings. when the get oiled up and worn the rack moves causing wander.

 

[gofastgeorge]

If it turns out to be rotten rack bushings,
get some from ronniek.
His urethane ones are great !