problems with my steering / what is wrong

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rgnissan240sx
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Car: 1991 NISSAN 240SX

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Hey guys im having trouble with my steering before I start a turn my steering. Wheel is perfectly straight and after I exit the Turn my steering wheel is no longer straight the real problem starts during high speed turns this will happen and want to over steer with little and sometimes it understeers. Does anybody know what is wrong with my car any feed back will b great thanks


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Lobo240sx
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Car: 1991 Nissan 240sx Coupe SR2.35DET Redtop Build
Location: Austin, Texas USA

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I'd start off by checking your steering knuckle on the power steering rack. Make sure it is tight. Your car might need an alignment if you haven't had one recently. Check the power steering fluid in the reservoir. Tie rods could be worn.

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rgnissan240sx
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Car: 1991 NISSAN 240SX

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Thank you for the insight I apreciate it

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ricebike
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Car: 1989 240sx se 5spd (donated to my brother in law)
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don't forget to look at the steering rack bushings

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