Steering play on my Williams Clio 3

[will964]

Just bought a clio to run around in and seems to be a great car apart from the steering. There appears to be a certain amount of play in the steering in the straight ahead position which is a little worrying. Any help or suggestions greatly appreaciated.
Regards
W964

[Alpineandy]

You could ask these people:
www.alpinerenaultrestoration.co.uk/index.htm

[Mr Whippy]

I'd go for lower ball joints or track rod ends...

Lift wheel off floor, turn lock one way, get someone else to hold the steering firmly, and then have a wiggle of the road wheel to feel for movement.

Then reverse method and get your helper to steer quickly left and right and see if there is any excess movement in joints.

Dave

[will964]

THANKS ALOT I WILL TRY THOSE SUGGESTIONS
W964

[_dave]

Common fault with the 16v/Williams:

See here:

www.williamsclio.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9137&highlight=steering+play
www.williamsclio.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9984&highlight=steering+play