Andy 2.2ST Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 I have had my Mondeo set on a Hunter machine and I seem to have lost some feel to the steering. Initially my steering wheel was off by about 5 degrees. All the setting look OK on the print out (dammed if I can attach it to this post though) Now at 12 o'clock the steering feels dead and there is very little bite also it does not seem to self centre as much as it use too. The question is if it is correct set to tolerance can the settings be changed to the edge of tolerance to give me back the direct steering feel I would prefer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Hello Andy What problem was you having in the first place?...... The steering position only works if the tech positions it level while setting the wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy 2.2ST Posted August 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 The initial issue was that the steering wheel was about 5 degrees down on the off side. Tyre wear did not indicate any serious issues but wanted a proper (?) alignment check before I invest in 4 new tyres. For info the settings are now vis a hunter; For degrees I have use the decimal point) Left front camber -0.54 Right front 0.55 Left front caster 2.20 Right front 2.07 Left front toe 0.02 Right front 0.02 Left rear camber -1.12 right rear -0.55 Left rear toe 0.10 right 0.12 I now have the actual ford settings but they are a good range for example front toe is -0.21 to + 0.21. Realistically the answer to my question is using this type of range can a car be setup to provide better sharper steering with more feel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 The workmanship is good (makes a refreshing change) In answer to your question yes, have the front toe moved all the way to +12'.... Then have them pull the car down (hang off it) to see what "toe tendency" the car has, if it moves toward negative then all's well, if it moves toward positive then they will need back the toe off..... say to +10' minutes and pull down again. Also reduce the tyre pressure 1 or 2psi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy 2.2ST Posted August 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Thanks Tony I was not unhappy with the work they did but I felt it was probably set-up on the conservative side and too parallel if that makes sense! As you have offered the expert technical opinion and really know what you are talking about could I put the business your way? I am due in Kent on Thursday from Devon so could stop in on the way there or back. Would you be able to slot the car in say PM on Wednesday, PM on Thursday or AM on Friday of this week? Regards & thanks for your input, Andrew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Thanks Tony I was not unhappy with the work they did but I felt it was probably set-up on the conservative side and too parallel if that makes sense! As you have offered the expert technical opinion and really know what you are talking about could I put the business your way? I am due in Kent on Thursday from Devon so could stop in on the way there or back. Would you be able to slot the car in say PM on Wednesday, PM on Thursday or AM on Friday of this week? Regards & thanks for your input, Andrew. Thanks..... Friday this week at 10am is good for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy 2.2ST Posted August 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Great I will see you at 10:00 on Friday (M25 permitting) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 Great I will see you at 10:00 on Friday (M25 permitting) Booked...... For 10ish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy 2.2ST Posted August 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 Visited WIM today. First impressions were very good one of the cleanest & well ordered garages I have ever seen. The staff are very knowledgeable and we discussed the issues and possible solutions. Loaded car onto the Machine and went through a detailed check of current geometry. Even though I am not that knowledgeable about this they explained every thing and involved me in the work they did to set up the car correctly. Car was adjusted to give the improvements I wanted & printout given. I have to admit I was very impressed in the faultless service given and the breadth of the technical expertise offered. And yes it made a real & measurable improvement to the car. If I ever get a problem with car geometry I will not be taking it anywhere else (and I live in Devon). Can not recommend them enough and well worth travelling to & you will not be disappointed. Thanks Tony & crew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 Your welcome and thank you Andy for the report back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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