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Tie Rod Replacement

Old Nov 1, 2005 | 07:59 PM
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I replaced my front tie rods and it seems to be worst than before. Whenever I hit bumps my Steering wheel jerks and it seems as if I lose control of my car. And the ride of my car is alot harder I feel every bump. Before I replaced the tie rods I had a smooth ride.
Any one know if this is normal or what should be done?
 
Old Nov 1, 2005 | 08:03 PM
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did you get it aligned?
maybe it was the control arms that were jacked instead of the tie rod ends or a combo of both.
 
Old Nov 6, 2005 | 04:42 AM
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Sounds like whoever replaced your tie rods skimped on the alignment. There is an adjustment on audis that most cars dont have. Its called raised toe. This adjustment is there to eliminate bump steer, which is what you described.
 
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