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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 07:13 PM
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So on the freeway is when I'm starting to notice that when ever i let off the gas, the car starts going to the left but when I gas it, it kind of turns to the right. I feel it slightly when gently holding on the wheel. Is there something loose in the chassis that needs more support? It's hard to describe but I'm wondering if it's bad alignment (doubt it) tire sucks, lsd, need extra bracing on the engine, or sensitive powersteering. The road aren't that great either but I do feel like I'm not sticking to the ground properly like I use to and it's all-seasons tire with plenty of tread left.

Anyone experiencing this? I have a feeling I can drift anytime and lose control EVEN ON STRAIGHTSS
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 07:39 PM
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Tire pressure is my first guess.
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 07:49 PM
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...due to the cold/hot weather?
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 08:45 PM
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tire pressure, mine does it with even a small difference. Hell it will start doing it again tomorrow probably
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Old Oct 1, 2007 | 08:52 PM
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It's set at 30 psi. I should lower it then?
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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 12:53 AM
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If you have equal pressures all around, you need to look at the alignment.

A good alignment shop will also be able to tell if it's just out of alignment or if something is bent.
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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 03:16 AM
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Uneven rear tire pressure is the #1 cause of your problem. Check them again.

If they are even, swith them side to side (temporarily) see if the pull changes direction. This way you can rule out the alignment, or tires.
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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 06:54 AM
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my car was doing that and i notice i had uneaven tire wear. once i got new rear tires i was good to go.. check your rear tire wear.
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Old Oct 2, 2007 | 09:50 AM
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my guess is tires pressure AND an alignment issue
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