Lots of pulling even after a large amount of repairs....

[Shtiv]

Hi Ladies and Gents,
I have been doing a lot of things to my 2002 Yukon recently to get it in tip-top shape, but the more I do, I feel the more issues arise. So, after recently have a professional alignment done, new brake pads and rotor all around, new passenger wheel hub/bearing, new upper steering shaft/bearing, air ride suspension compressor replaced, new wheels and tires. I am experiencing the worst pulling/clunky steering yet. I have inspected parts around wheels, I do not see anything loose or out of the ordinary. Wondering if any of you may have any ideas? It is driving me nuts and has me concerned especially as I hope to go to the mountains this winter. Any suggestions/help is greatly appreciated.

 

[OR VietVet]

First thing on the alignment. I want to see before and after readings. If the alignment tech did not provide that print out he/she should have. Piss poor quality without it, IMO.

Does the pull happen when driving or when applying the brakes? Clunking a feeling or a sound? Who did the mechanical work, you or a shop?

 

[Shtiv]

First thing on the alignment. I want to see before and after readings. If the alignment tech did not provide that print out he/she should have. Piss poor quality without it, IMO.

Does the pull happen when driving or when applying the brakes? Clunking a feeling or a sound? Who did the mechanical work, you or a shop?

Hi PNW,
As for the alignment I used one of the top-rated shops in the area. Pulling is while driving, worst at speeds around 35. Clunking is a feeling, I performed most of the repairs. Always concerned while driving, just because I've never had such bad "clunky" steering. I'm headed out to adjust the steering gear box to see if that helps anything. Thanks for the help!!

 

[OR VietVet]

Ok, the before and after readings look pretty good. I would like to see just a hair more caster lead on the RF but is ok for now. Be careful adjusting the steering gear box. Just an 1/8 turn at a time. If you go to far you cannot back it up because the damage is done. I would check all your previous work and swap the front and rear tires/wheels and see what happens. You may have a slipped belt in one of the tires. Are all tires wearing even across the treads?

 

[Shtiv]

Ok, the before and after readings look pretty good. I would like to see just a hair more caster lead on the RF but is ok for now. Be careful adjusting the steering gear box. Just an 1/8 turn at a time. If you go to far you cannot back it up because the damage is done. I would check all your previous work and swap the front and rear tires/wheels and see what happens. You may have a slipped belt in one of the tires. Are all tires wearing even across the treads?

Just adjusted the steering gearbox, maybe 3/8's turn at final, feels a little better I believe. What happens if it is too tight and/or damaged?? Tires appear to look great, I will take back to the tire shop and bug them to check them out since they are new and I'm buddies with the manager. I have been in the wheel wells quite a few times checking out the components especially in the front, everything appears to look good and tight. I appreciate your time and responses, thank you!!!

 

[treehan77]

Did you replace the bearing inside the column when you did the steering shaft? Mine stopped after replacing both. First I used dorman bearing and it was worse lol. Right above the brake pedal, try to wiggle the shaft. If it moves at all, it’s gonna clunk

 

[Shtiv]

Did you replace the bearing inside the column when you did the steering shaft? Mine stopped after replacing both. First I used dorman bearing and it was worse lol. Right above the brake pedal, try to wiggle the shaft. If it moves at all, it’s gonna clunk

I did, i was thinking of replacing it again just to see if that’s it. It never was better after replacing and like you may haven’t made it worse.

 

[treehan77]

I had to find a real AC delco bearing. I originally used the newest design ISS from delco, but a dorman bearing because I couldn’t find the delco one. Finally got an old stock one on eBay, rock auto and Amazon didnt have one. Dealer should

 

[treehan77]

The bearing def isnt making it pull though

 

[treehan77]

Have you checked the steering components, ball joints etc