[spider77]

Thanx guys, I think i should get my wheel balancing and allignment first.But i have a question here:How come the steering gets heavy (hard) after 60kmh (like a electronic steering).

[spider77]

Originally Posted by Optimus Prime

not only on the brakes, no need to use the brakes when you're dropping down from 130-150, lifting off the throttle is enough,, but it still shakes like crazy...

I had the same problem in my esteem it was becuse of the suspensions, at around 90kmh my steering used to shake and anything above this use to go crazy on steering.Maruti service centre guys told me its because of the suspensions , bush etc. etc.

[Jaggu]

Originally Posted by spider77

Thanx guys, I think i should get my wheel balancing and allignment first.But i have a question here:How come the steering gets heavy (hard) after 60kmh (like a electronic steering).

Most hydrolic power steering are designed this way that the servo assistance tappers of as speed climbs, so you will have this feeling, especially since your running upsize tyres.

Again your alloys PCD / Offset are all within specs right?

[Jaggu]

Originally Posted by spider77

I had the same problem in my esteem it was becuse of the suspensions, at around 90kmh my steering used to shake and anything above this use to go crazy on steering.Maruti service centre guys told me its because of the suspensions , bush etc. etc.

Yes when the front suspension is weak it can cause shudder at certain speeds. Symptoms start at high speeds, so follow the cue and get the suspension fixed.

[spider77]

Originally Posted by Jaggu

Most hydrolic power steering are designed this way that the servo assistance tappers of as speed climbs, so you will have this feeling, especially since your running upsize tyres.

Again your alloys PCD / Offset are all within specs right?

Thanx Jaggu fr the information, and yes i checked everything bout the PCD Offset etc on team bhp forum and then got them fixed.
So is it normal that the steering will get lighter on high speed? If so how do guys drive on high speed. fr me with this kind of steering behaviour ,its really tough and makes me nervous.

[Jaggu]

Refer samurai's post baleno's have a problem with floating front at high speeds, taken care to an extent by better footwear. If you want more, check with Psycho if he can do some tweaking

[Psycho]

High speed steering can be ususally fixed in this order (note excluding better footwear in this list):

1) Wheel Balancing: Takes care of the shudders
2) Bush Replacement / Tie Rod End replacement: Takes care of the car following contours of the road and the basic floating feel
3) Camber Adjustment: Can be done on some cars from the factory in other cars will have to be manually adjusted: For better stability and cornering

[Jaggu]

Psycho bro: this is relatively a new car and owner (spider) says the wheels are light and no apparent vibrations or anything, si i guess 2 and 3 are more applicable.

Spider: why dont you PM psycho since you got his attention

[mclaren1885]

Sometimes the floating sensation is a simple funda of heavy crosswinds too.

[spider77]

Originally Posted by Psycho

High speed steering can be ususally fixed in this order (note excluding better footwear in this list):

1) Wheel Balancing: Takes care of the shudders
2) Bush Replacement / Tie Rod End replacement: Takes care of the car following contours of the road and the basic floating feel
3) Camber Adjustment: Can be done on some cars from the factory in other cars will have to be manually adjusted: For better stability and cornering

Thanx Psycho fr the information,when u say bush replacement.. is there a problem with the bushes in balenos? as my car is just 5 months old.
And what is Camber Adjustment? and how much r these gonna cost me?
I feel odd ... Buying a new car one expects it to be perfect atleast fr a year n a half , i think its a better option to go fr a used car and spend that extra amount on moding the car...

[BlackPearl]

Originally Posted by spider77

Thanx Psycho fr the information,when u say bush replacement.. is there a problem with the bushes in balenos? as my car is just 5 months old.
And what is Camber Adjustment? and how much r these gonna cost me?
I feel odd ... Buying a new car one expects it to be perfect atleast fr a year n a half , i think its a better option to go fr a used car and spend that extra amount on moding the car...

I dont think thats a problem with Baleno in general. My Baleno is 2 years 4 months old and has travelled extensively in almost all types of terrains and no problems till now (touch wood) except a clanking noise from the steering wheel (that is discussed ina seperate thread by Shivshanker). So I would suggest to go to a good mechanic and get the problems sorted out.

[1100D]

Originally Posted by Optimus Prime

not only on the brakes, no need to use the brakes when you're dropping down from 130-150, lifting off the throttle is enough,, but it still shakes like crazy...

Do you sense the same vibrations on your way up? If it does, then can you please drive, with the wheel fully turned, in a circle to check for any loud clap sound. I am pointing at the case of a Worn CV joint, which is nost likely not the case , but also a possibility.

If it does not happen while accelerating, it actually is an indicator of one or more steering bushes. On acceleration the driveshaft power keeps the steering linkages taught. But on deceleration (as the driveshaft power is absent) the play in one or more bushes is causing this. To check, jack the vehicle wheel up and rock the wheel by hand to check for play of the tie-rod either on the steering knuckle or at the other ends. However does you car tend to veer off-direction?

All this considering that you have already gotten the wheel balancing done.

[esteem_lover]

Originally Posted by mclaren1885

Sometimes the floating sensation is a simple funda of heavy crosswinds too.

or very bad tyre specs & tyres.

[spider77]

thanx guys fr the comments , this sunday ill get my wheel balancing and allignment first, after that ill check it again