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That986 · 11-14-2016, 10:39 PM

Well it turns out that one of the mechanics who did the alignment 6 weeks ago is blind as he couldn't spot a failing tie rod. The wheel grab checked confirms it, rocks about (a lot now after ramming it over a couple of sharp speed bumps) when you grab at 9&3.
I'd ruled this out as the car had been gone through mechanically at the beginning of September with the instruction to replace anything that looked worn or tired, obviously this was never looked at.

I'm super annoyed with these guys as i was about to start looking at other wheels and running round to see if i could get more tyres tried out when it is exactly what i thought it normally is when you feel that kind of shake.

Anyway, the car is now booked in at the local garage to have all the inner and outer rods replaced (if one has gone, the other is never far behind) and then align it again.

Thanks for the advice guys.

11-14-2016, 10:39 PM	#6
That986 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: London Posts: 234	Well it turns out that one of the mechanics who did the alignment 6 weeks ago is blind as he couldn't spot a failing tie rod. The wheel grab checked confirms it, rocks about (a lot now after ramming it over a couple of sharp speed bumps) when you grab at 9&3. I'd ruled this out as the car had been gone through mechanically at the beginning of September with the instruction to replace anything that looked worn or tired, obviously this was never looked at. I'm super annoyed with these guys as i was about to start looking at other wheels and running round to see if i could get more tyres tried out when it is exactly what i thought it normally is when you feel that kind of shake. Anyway, the car is now booked in at the local garage to have all the inner and outer rods replaced (if one has gone, the other is never far behind) and then align it again. Thanks for the advice guys.