Bump Steer kits

XLR8 · 08-14-2005, 09:20 PM

Ok, I know some about cars, installed some stuff on my mustang. But I am completley confused, what exactly does a bump steer kit do? and what are the benifits of one?

Thanks

MattJ · 08-14-2005, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by XLR8

Ok, I know some about cars, installed some stuff on my mustang. But I am completley confused, what exactly does a bump steer kit do? and what are the benifits of one?

Thanks

The bumpsteer kit is adjustable tie rod ends. bumpsteer is when your suspention steers your car, and not the driver. Its usually caused by lowering your car and things like bodyroll, brake-diving, or potholes/speedbumps will usually be the reason why it does it.
Ever been on an uneven road and been in like a divet and your car pulls that way? Thats what it is..

I suggest getting the bumpsteer kit because fords tie-rod ends arent that great from the factory and you will probably have to replace them later down the road with a lowered car because they will tend to squeek.

XLR8 · 08-14-2005, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MattJ

The bumpsteer kit is adjustable tie rod ends. bumpsteer is when your suspention steers your car, and not the driver. Its usually caused by lowering your car and things like bodyroll, brake-diving, or potholes/speedbumps will usually be the reason why it does it.
Ever been on an uneven road and been in like a divet and your car pulls that way? Thats what it is..

I suggest getting the bumpsteer kit because fords tie-rod ends arent that great from the factory and you will probably have to replace them later down the road with a lowered car because they will tend to squeek.

Thank you much man. Will definatley look into those, because I have the Bullit springs

NetBeast · 10-22-2005, 08:06 AM

Hey MattJ, I have been feelin' some bumpsteer after only installing new Black Bullit 17x9 rims on my 2001 3.8, no alignment has been done yet, will I need the bumpsteer kit as well?

MattJ · 10-22-2005, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by NetBeast

Hey MattJ, I have been feelin' some bumpsteer after only installing new Black Bullit 17x9 rims on my 2001 3.8, no alignment has been done yet, will I need the bumpsteer kit as well?

your car is not alligned, thats why you have it. lol. Get it done or you will screw your tires up with weird pattern wear and get a shorter life out of them.

NetBeast · 10-22-2005, 08:11 AM

Will do immediately, thanks MattJ.

Will advise of results!!!

NetBeast · 02-10-2006, 06:07 AM

Hey MattJ, have aligned my car 3 times in last 6 months. 17x9 black bullets running on Ventus K104 245/45ZR17 all around. Feel all the bumps on the road, have to keep a good grip on the wheel in order to maintain control on bumpt roads which are common down here. Considering replacing tires, any ideas? Can the Steeda bumpsteer kit help me even though my car has not been lowered?
:helpsmili

whitethunder46 · 02-10-2006, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by MattJ

The bumpsteer kit is adjustable tie rod ends. bumpsteer is when your suspention steers your car, and not the driver. Its usually caused by lowering your car and things like bodyroll, brake-diving, or potholes/speedbumps will usually be the reason why it does it.
Ever been on an uneven road and been in like a divet and your car pulls that way? Thats what it is..

I suggest getting the bumpsteer kit because fords tie-rod ends arent that great from the factory and you will probably have to replace them later down the road with a lowered car because they will tend to squeek.

You might have just saved my life! My car is lowered i bought it that way, most of the time especially now in the winter, it squeaks when going over a little bump usually. I thought maybe it had something to do with my backseat rubbing the metal,but i couldnt find anything. Is this more than likely the problem!?!?!

r3dn3ck · 02-10-2006, 10:43 AM

To accurately measure bumpsteer you'll need a device just for doing that. Maximum Motorsports offers one in their catalog here --> http://maximummotorsports.com/mmbumpstg.asp . I'd also use their bumpsteer kit http://www.maximummotorsports.com/mmtierod.asp.

You generally only need a kit if you're going to make turns like a race car. Otherwise, it's truly nice but not totally necessary. The lower your car and the more radical your suspension, the more you'll generally need such a kit.

Excerpted from MM's install instructions:
If the car has toe in under bump and toe out under droop, you need to lower the outer tie rod end. If the car has toe out under bump and toe in under droop, you need to raise the outer tie rod end.

08-14-2005, 09:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
XLR8 Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 60	Bump Steer kits Ok, I know some about cars, installed some stuff on my mustang. But I am completley confused, what exactly does a bump steer kit do? and what are the benifits of one? Thanks

10-22-2005, 08:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
NetBeast Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cidra, Puerto Rico Posts: 8	Bumpsteer issue Hey MattJ, I have been feelin' some bumpsteer after only installing new Black Bullit 17x9 rims on my 2001 3.8, no alignment has been done yet, will I need the bumpsteer kit as well?

02-10-2006, 06:07 AM	#7 (permalink)
NetBeast Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cidra, Puerto Rico Posts: 8	Hey MattJ, have aligned my car 3 times in last 6 months. 17x9 black bullets running on Ventus K104 245/45ZR17 all around. Feel all the bumps on the road, have to keep a good grip on the wheel in order to maintain control on bumpt roads which are common down here. Considering replacing tires, any ideas? Can the Steeda bumpsteer kit help me even though my car has not been lowered? :helpsmili __________________ NetBeast

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r3dn3ck Wowbagger hates me too! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Magrathea/California Posts: 6,856	To accurately measure bumpsteer you'll need a device just for doing that. Maximum Motorsports offers one in their catalog here --> http://maximummotorsports.com/mmbumpstg.asp . I'd also use their bumpsteer kit http://www.maximummotorsports.com/mmtierod.asp. You generally only need a kit if you're going to make turns like a race car. Otherwise, it's truly nice but not totally necessary. The lower your car and the more radical your suspension, the more you'll generally need such a kit. Excerpted from MM's install instructions: If the car has toe in under bump and toe out under droop, you need to lower the outer tie rod end. If the car has toe out under bump and toe in under droop, you need to raise the outer tie rod end.