loose steering

["Lynn Metz" <metzlynn@xxxx>]

Group:

I know this has been adressed before (about 2 yrs. ago I think), but, is 
there a test for the u-joints in the steering mechanism? Everytime I drive 
my car I can't help but feel like it is not as tight as it should be. My 
everyday car is a Firebird. It is pretty tight steering, but should not be 
"better" than my D. Presently, it is MUCH better. I usually tell myself 
that it is just pwer steering vs. manual steering. But when I go over 
railroad tracks it feels like the steering wheel is "sloppy". (P.S. I also 
owned a Chevette for 4 years with manual steering and it was "tighter" than 
my D.) My car only has 21,000 miles and it is hard to believe that the 
u-joints are worn already. I have tried to twist each end and look for 
slop, but I don't see or feel any. I only feel it when driving. Any help 
is appreciated.
Thanks
Brian 16584
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