[Mgs] 57 MGA Coupe

[Max Heim]

I would suggest that the oil/grease in the steering rack has congealed. Possibly the kingpins are in similar straits. You could disconnect the tie rod ends to see if the rack moves independent of the wheels, or vice versa.

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Max Heim
'66 MGB

> On Jun 13, 2026, at 10:12 PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> 
> A friend just picked up a 57 coupe, not running, not doing much, been sitting for a long time.  We are in Nevada, so shouldn’t be too bad in terms of moisture/rust damage
>  
> The steering wheel won’t turn, even with the wheels in the air.
>  
> We are trying to figure out where to even start on this.  Could use some suggestions.
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