[Healeys] Steering Jiggle on and off throttle

[Bob Spidell]

No one's tackled this yet, so I'll take a stab. This sounds a little bit 
like 'torque steer' that some FWD cars have (though it's been largely 
eliminated in newer FWD cars). Healeys, of course, are RWD so it's not 
that, and I've not experienced nor heard of this problem in a Healey. 
The front suspension isn't linked to the drive train in any way, so I'd 
check engine mounts; it's conceivable, but not likely the rocking of the 
engine could cause it to hit the steering column (the carbs are pretty 
close to it). If the chassis is somehow tweaked it might cause some 
tracking issues, though it would likely be under all conditions. 
Presumably, you've checked to assure the steering box is properly anchored?

That's all I got.

Bob

On 8/14/2024 7:45 PM, JONAS PAYNE wrote:
> I have an early BJ8 that has been thoroughly gone through. Pretty much 
> new everything.  Recently I have experienced a jiggle/pull in steering 
> when getting on and off throttle, admittedly with a heavy right foot.  
>  Doesn't necessarily pull to one side or the other, just jiggles a 
> moment.  It's an on/off throttle thing, doesn't do it when braking.
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> I've checked the rear - everything seems tight, and all bushings have 
> been replaced.  motor mounts are good, transmission tension 
> rod/bushings are good.  little or no play in the front end, all new 
> there too.    Front end alignment appears to be good. Steering box is 
> properly adjusted and has normal "play" for a cam and peg box as with 
> my TR3's and Morgan + 4's.
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>   It isn't dangerous, but it doesn't feel right.  That said, for all I 
> know, it's part of the "vintage healey experience".  I have 5 other 
> vintage british sports cars and each has their own issues that are 
> part of their charm.
>
> Would appreciate anybody's experiences thoughts.
>
> Jonas
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