hi,i have just bought a 1997 liteace fxv ltd .everything seems fine apart from the fact that when i set off (espscially up hill)smartly,the car & steering wheel seem to vibrate .after reading this top website ,just thought someone ot there might have some idea,thanks,chris ,sheffield

- (#127) chris hunnam, 9 Mar 05 17:45

petrol/ diesel? manual/auto? 2wd/4x4?

- (#127) david miller, 10 Mar 05 01:46

Thanks for the interest David,its a 2.2 auto td 2wd

- (#127) chris hunnam, 10 Mar 05 15:35

Could be one of a number of things Chris. Worn steering rack components, worn or broken engine mounts, worn suspension joints, wheelbearings ....

- (#127) Ian Dunse (Derbs), 11 Mar 05 01:33

As Ian says. I'd check the propshaft U/Js first, then the engine mounts, and possibly give the tranny fluid a change...

- (#127) david miller, 11 Mar 05 08:36

Thanks David & Ian,put it up on the ramps and found a shot u.j.What is the best way forward now as I think a repair will mean the joint will have to be 'peened'?.Would it be cheaper to buy a replacement (if these are readily available)?Also ,do you think I may aswell change the tranny fluid while the shaft is off by draining it this way?

- (#127) chris hunnam, 14 Mar 05 14:47

You'll not drain much fluid from the tailshaft... But a fluid change is always a good idea, yes.

I'm not sure what parts are available for the driveshafts. Best check with your local factors to see if bits are available or whether he can recommend a rebuilder locally.
(there used to be a number of firms advertising in the E&M and the like)

- (#127) david miller, 14 Mar 05 15:33

all sorted.propshaft recon needed.it cost £65+vat,but had both ends so it was £150ish at finish.still,cheaper than tranny fault finding!cheers. david,you said i should change tranny oil.there different ways suggested on ace answers but which would suggest is the best?
cheers chris hunnam

- (#127) chris hunnam, 22 Mar 05 14:37

Drain through drain bung, refill through dipstick tube. Repeat, if the old fluid looked manky...

- (#127) david miller, 22 Mar 05 15:02

cheers david,ill try that
chris hunnam

- (#127) chris hunnam, 22 Mar 05 15:28