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Old 02-24-2005, 06:42 PM
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Slight play, hardly noticeable in sterring

My car's steering, I noticed a very slight, hardly noticeable play at the far end of the steer. Is this something of major concern. Thanks

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Old 02-25-2005, 12:23 AM
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Define slight???

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My car's steering, I noticed a very slight, hardly noticeable play at the far end of the steer. Is this something of major concern. Thanks
There is some natural slack in the steering.
It will never = a rack and pinion system for tight feel.

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