Loose steering still....

[rolfsent]

So my 97 Yukon 4wd still is having loose steering issues and pulling. I'm coming to a loss seeing as I've replaced idler arm, pitman arm, steering box, all four ball joints, new pads and rotors, new caliper, new evo sensor, abs sensors, sway bar links and bushings and had an alignment done all within the last 3 months and I still have a loose steering wheel and it pulls on even roads. I'm at a loss on what else it could be and need some advice.

 

[SunlitComet]

Have you inspected the tie-rods or the holes in the center link for wear?

 

[rolfsent]

Have you inspected the tie-rods or the holes in the center link for wear?

I have not yet.

 

[Tbruz]

What's the status of the EVO solenoid on the PS pump?
Is it hooked up or bypassed?
I've found this solenoid to be very erratic.
Suggest diconnecting and driving around a bit, steering will be full blown assist, but will be consistently smooth, ie no pull or jerking of wheel.
Tbruz

 

[Donnie Yukonie]

as far as pulling check your tire pressures

 

[qukon 95]

Replace the rag joint

 

[rolfsent]

What's the status of the EVO solenoid on the PS pump?
Is it hooked up or bypassed?
I've found this solenoid to be very erratic.
Suggest diconnecting and driving around a bit, steering will be full blown assist, but will be consistently smooth, ie no pull or jerking of wheel.
Tbruz

It's plugged in right now and The pump is less than 6 months old. I'll air up the tires and unplug the sensor and see where I'm at. Also I'll have a good look underneath to see if I can find anything that I missed before.

 

[ericshup]

Replace the rag joint

+1 Rag Joint

 

[rolfsent]

+1 Rag Joint

I'm going to be checking on that one. I think it may be the culprit.

 

[livingez_123]

the inner tie rods are not the greatest design. To small and weak for the application. It would be cool if we could upgrade to the Diesel units. but even they still break. I know after I pulled my RTD fuse and changed my shocks my steering feels like it's in full assist all the time. going down the freeway at 65 is a little twitchy.