Power Steering Gearbox Questions.

[nowoldmech2]

The steering on my 94 16v 1.6L JLX 4 door automatic wanders noticeably. The alignment guy said the steering gearbox has a lot of play but not excessive. Does anyone have experience or advice about replacement rebuilt power steering gearboxes for the Sidekick? Anyone know a good true rebuilder? If not the steering gearbox, what else could cause steering to wander? All 4 tierods and both front struts have been replaced without noticeable improvement with regard to wander.
Thanks

[Ole-Boy]

Being new to having a sidekick in the line-up, I've noticed that they wander a bit more in relation to my other vehicles. I think most of it comes from having the short-wheelbase. If I were you, I'd look maybe into tightening the steering box a little bit. There's an adjustment on top (lock-nut & screw) Loosen the nut and turn the screw clock-wise by 1/4 turn at a time till theres 1/8" free-play in the steering wheel before movement of wheels. Then, test drive it. Don't go any less than 1/8 freeplay in the wheel as it makes the steering box too tight and will cause abnormal wear.

[nowoldmech2]

Thanks for the reply. The Alignment Guy suggested NOT adjusting the gearbox but it might just save me $350. I'll have to give it a try, maybe this weekend. I'll let you know how it goes.
Thanks Again.

[nowoldmech2]

Ole-Boy
Adjustment went well. Noticably less wander and better stability in stiff crosswind on the highway like we had yesterday. Thanks for the advice.

[wolfwood]

thanks for the info mate...