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Hi all
I was told at my last N.S.W rego check that my HQ has play in the steering idler and that this will need replacing soon. I a not sure if it is the idler arm or the idler arm support or both that usually wears. Can anyone tell me which one you normally need to replace?
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Doug
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Hi Doug.
The NSW RTA maximum allowable spec is 8mm play it the extreme end. This is a lot of movement, most cars will pass under this rule. Many inspectors do not know this.
As you've mentioned it's not the idler arm that needs replacing, it has no |
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Thanks for that Dr Terry
My car has a tendancy to 'clunk' when tuning the steering to full lock, and the only worn area would appear to be the idler. I did but one from a reputable source that did indeed have more play than I started with.
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