marieholm Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 All, I’m finally driving my 110 again after (partially) rebuilding it in the last years. It came back together reasonably well (It’s my first car and first rebuild). In the past the 110 drove quite well. Not to much play in the steering and power steering was reasonably consistent. However, this has now changed. It feels very vague and the amount of power assistance seems to differ. What I deed in the rebuild: I changed the bushings in the steering and also the collapsible steering joint. I filled up the PAS fluid; Changed the tyres from 7.50 x 16 to 235/85/16; It’s a 6 bolt steering box (RHD), I don’t hear any strange noises/wining or anything. Sounds normal but the steering is quite tricky. Any ideas what could be the problem? Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyoldgit Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 Check all the front suspension bushes and replace if worn - including those at the ends of the Panhard rod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 Everything tight? Something bush-wise settled once being driven? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkie Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 How about the damper, is that functioning as it should? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deep Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 I had something similar after my rebuild. Could be air in the system. I believe the solution is to jack up both front wheels, make sure centre diff is open and rear wheels chocked. Start the engine. Then, at a fast idle, work the steering lock to lock about six times. Worked for me. Another possibility is a slightly loose or worn belt, which slips a little under load. Worth re-checking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 Make sure the drop arm is mega tight on steering box torque is about 170Nm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marieholm Posted March 25, 2019 Author Share Posted March 25, 2019 WoW Thanks for all the great tips! seems I have a Nice weekend to look forward to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yostumpy Posted March 26, 2019 Share Posted March 26, 2019 I do believe that changing from 7.50's to 235's , does alter the way the steering feels, more play noticeable with 235's. did with mine anyway, as the 235's seem to follow tramlines more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marieholm Posted April 8, 2019 Author Share Posted April 8, 2019 All, Last weekend I got the Landy running again so. Happy Days! This also ment that I was able to further investigate on the steering. What I did: - Changed the steering damper (bushings where shot and it seemed to be worn out); - Checked the all the bushings. seemed in good order; - PAS fluid reservoir is full; - belt is fairly tight and doesn't make strange noises; The steering feels vague/ lot of play in it. Could this be the adjustment on the steeringbox (6 bolt version)? How can this be adjusted? Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted April 8, 2019 Share Posted April 8, 2019 Have you checked the column/shaft linkage - UJ's and flexi/crash joint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marieholm Posted April 8, 2019 Author Share Posted April 8, 2019 the crash joint is new. The complete shaft can be moved by hand for about a half turn both ways. Never thought about checking this with the engine on. is this normal or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex Member Posted April 8, 2019 Share Posted April 8, 2019 Things that contribute to loose steering..... - Steering shaft joints. Already replaced - Internal steering box free play. Adjust as per the manual to remove. - Tie rod ends. Hold each of the four joints while someone moves steering back and forth. It is easy to feel if any are loose. - Panhard rod bushings worn or loose bolts. - Loose hub bearings. Make sure they have a bit of preload. - Swivel bearings. Make sure they have a bit of preload. With everything good, there should be very little play at the wheel. The tyre sidewall should be the main thing at that point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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