SL/R107: oldtimermercman
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280 SL cabriolet
oldtimermercman
My 280 SL (1985) has developed a steering problem the steering turns on left hand lock perfect on right hand lock its very very stiff has power steering seems not working when I raise vehicle on lift steering works in both directions perfectly has any one experienced this and can help me out with solution. my problem is I live in rural Ireland and no one wants to know about fixing old mercs thanks in advance for any help
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check all ball joints, bushings etc.
Check steering linkage.
Stock tire size?
Could be worn steering rack ( think those were rack and pinion.)
Check steering linkage.
Stock tire size?
Could be worn steering rack ( think those were rack and pinion.)