87 pioneer
cherokee_owner
12-31-2007, 11:02 PM
I have an 87 jeep cherokee pioneer that drifts a lot when you drive it and there is some slack in the steering. Also when you turn sharply the wheel doesnt turn back it just keeps turning. I replaced the steering stabilizer but that was'nt it any ideas.
thanks
thanks
Saudade
01-01-2008, 09:48 AM
Get an alignment
MagicRat
01-01-2008, 12:35 PM
Get an alignment
I agree, but keep an eye out for other problems, as you describe three seperate possibly unrelated problems.
The lack of self - centering may be insufficient caster adjustment...... or it may be stiff, poorly lubricated ball joints.
The slack in the steering may be a worn steering box (they can be adjusted) and/or a worn drag link or tie rod end.
The drifting could be related to these problems or seperate issues. Check out all front end components for wear.
I agree, but keep an eye out for other problems, as you describe three seperate possibly unrelated problems.
The lack of self - centering may be insufficient caster adjustment...... or it may be stiff, poorly lubricated ball joints.
The slack in the steering may be a worn steering box (they can be adjusted) and/or a worn drag link or tie rod end.
The drifting could be related to these problems or seperate issues. Check out all front end components for wear.
wwwildman
01-05-2008, 07:50 AM
My wife's 87 pioneer did he same thing. Magic rat has the right ideas. we replaced the track bar, the ball joints and then gave it an alignment. It is much better now.
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