Steering Shock
 

Hello Everybody,
I was wondering if an '86 560 SEL has a steering shock. There is a bad shimmy whenever I hit a pothole going over 65 MPH or so.
Thanks and happy motoring,
Joe

RE: Steering Shock
 

Yes, the ' 86 560SEL has a steering shock. But I would also have the front end checked and aligned

RE: Steering Shock
 

Get them balanced. It doesnt cost much. They do it for free when you fit tyres anyway. Wheels out of balance cause vibrations.

RE: Steering Shock
 

Check the shock; cheap to replace, and you gotta have it working. Tires must be balanced and good; 126 chassis is kinda sensitive to bad tires on the front. Be sure to check the steering idler while you're under there.
Regards,
randy

RE: Steering Shock
 

:) Thanks fellows, I am going to order a steering shock, get the tires balanced and the alignment checked. According to your responses, this should take care of the problem.
Happy motoring,
Joe

RE: Steering Shock
 

YES STR SHOCK ,,ALSO CHECK BALL JOINT AND TIE RODS BRAKE FORCE ROD BUSHING IDLER ARM BUSHINGS BEFORE GET FT END ALIN..