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Old 23 November 2009, 07:42 PM
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The steering on my uk turbo has started to feel tight, the fluid level is fine but in parts of the turning lock it feel tight.

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Old 23 November 2009, 07:47 PM
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My steering kept going tighter and then on occasions felt judery when turning on the spot, when i investigated my aux belt was slightly loose and the hotter it got the looser it became so just fitted a new belt everythings been fine since.
Old 23 November 2009, 08:16 PM
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yeh id check the belt first.also when was the oil last changed as it can degrade over time.
Old 23 November 2009, 09:18 PM
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Well, ya know what? This post is mine all over too! LOL
My 03 WRX has started doing the same, even though it was on the minimum i topped up the fluid and of course it aint no better. Mine seems to be ok if i start the car then sit for a few seconds before pulling off. Anyway, i think a new belt is in order. lol
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check your steering cross joint
Old 24 November 2009, 05:12 AM
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I'll check the belt first to see if theirs any noticeable issue, it's strange as some times it's kind of fine and others it's very dangerous it can catch you out.
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