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mystery: car pulls to the left ?!

To: "Autocross" <ba-autox@autox.team.net>
Subject: mystery: car pulls to the left ?!
From: "Michael R. Clements" <mrclem@telocity.com>
Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2002 12:23:32 -0700
Hi all, seeking alignment advice.

Car pulls to the left when driving. Has never done this before, was fine
in the morning, parked for about 3 hours, was doing it when I started it
up and drove away. Was not hit by anything, nor was it tampered with.

The pull happens only when cold. After about 5 miles of driving, the
left pull is greatly reduced as to be barely detectable -- but still
there.

Tires are OK and pressures even all the way around -- no flats or slow
leaks.

Nothing obviously loose or awry in alignment, but who knows for sure ??
If it were alignment, why would it go away after a few miles?

No vibrations or shakes; car is smooth at all speeds.

Maybe power steering pump? But fluid levels are OK, no leaks, and
steering seems to be working perfectly well.

Have an appt. with Custom Alignment on Friday to get the street tires
put back on and to check out the alignment.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

Michael R. Clements

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