Steering concern....

I have a 1998 Windstar. When driving I noticed a slight hitch in the steering. It is fine turning the wheel to the left, but when turning to the right I have to apply a little extra pressure to turn the wheel past center to the right. It is almost like a rough spot in the turning just to the right of center.

I have good tires and have them rotated regularly.

Any ideas? Is it a warning sign to something more serious? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

mptc

Although this post is a couple of years old it accurately describes the steering problem I have noticed in my '98 as well. My '98 has new tie rod ends, etc.

There were no replies to the original post. Ideas anyone?

Make sure the steering rack mount bushings are in good shape.

Normally, the steering rack will wear the most right in the "middle" ... so if you have a high mileage unit, you may have to change out the rack.

Other steering/suspension components can cause this symptom also. For examples: the bearing block on top of strut unit, the lower support/control arm, etc, etc. ???