Club Car Precedent Alignment Issue (pulls left)

[ClubCarGuy13]

My club Car Precedent pulls to the left. Has done this since I got it about 6 month ago and there have been other issues so not sure on its exact history.

I've adjusted the toe-in to 0.4 inch which seems to have helped a little but hard to say.

Looking for guidance as to where to start troubleshooting. Pics attached. Note that when the wheels are straight the steering wheel is not properly aligned which you can see. Sure this is indicative of something but not sure what.

Please bear in mind that I don't know what any of the components are really and will have to look everything up. Will probably need to come back with more photos too. Thanks!

[Wakko47]

When you say that you adjusted the toe to .4 inch, what do you mean? Measuring centerline of the front of the tires is .4 inches longer than centerline of the rear? That's about right. Is there any resistance when you spin the hubs? Is one of those studs longer than the others? Any resistance when you turn the wheel lock to lock? Fixing the steering wheel center is easy, but I'd be curious why it's out of whack in the first place, and I think you are too.

[ClubCarGuy13]

Originally Posted by Wakko47

When you say that you adjusted the toe to .4 inch, what do you mean? Measuring centerline of the front of the tires is .4 inches longer than centerline of the rear? That's about right. Is there any resistance when you spin the hubs? Is one of those studs longer than the others? Any resistance when you turn the wheel lock to lock? Fixing the steering wheel center is easy, but I'd be curious why it's out of whack in the first place, and I think you are too.

Hi Wakko, yes that’s what I mean re toe in.
Resistance for steering both ways seems same.
Studs all 1 inch.
But! Left hub is significantly stiffer than the right hub.
What does this mean pls? :-)

[CCNorth]

It sure looks like the right front spindle is bent; pushed toward the rear. This is caused by taking a hard hit to that side of the cart. Don't know if those scratches on the front cowl had anything to do with the impact. Tree limb perhaps?
Kingpin also needs to be checked and should probably replace it.
Hate that for you because the spindle is a little expensive.

[Wepiii]

I don’t understand. What y’all are describing would be toe out


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[ClubCarGuy13]

Originally Posted by Wepiii

I don’t understand. What y’all are describing would be toe out

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Sorry, my mistake, the front measures 0.4" less than the back.

[Wakko47]

Are either of the spindles bent in any way? If not, check the bearings on the hubs themselves...the dragging side may be compromised.

[ClubCarGuy13]

Originally Posted by CCNorth

It sure looks like the right front spindle is bent; pushed toward the rear. This is caused by taking a hard hit to that side of the cart. Don't know if those scratches on the front cowl had anything to do with the impact. Tree limb perhaps?
Kingpin also needs to be checked and should probably replace it.
Hate that for you because the spindle is a little expensive.

Do any of these close up pictures help? Tbh they don't look bent, perhaps it was the picture angle?

[ClubCarGuy13]

Originally Posted by Wakko47

Are either of the spindles bent in any way? If not, check the bearings on the hubs themselves...the dragging side may be compromised.

Thanks I'll check inside the hubs and report back.

[CCNorth]

Originally Posted by ClubCarGuy13

Do any of these close up pictures help? Tbh they don't look bent, perhaps it was the picture angle?

I really can't tell from these photos. So sorry. It's best to be looked at head-on. You're right, it may be the angle the first photos were taken.
What's with all the grease on that right spindle? Is that fitting leaking? If so, relube the pin. You might want to wash that front end up so you can see it a little better.
Also, check the tie rod where it attaches at the steering end.
Is your tire pressure even in both tires? They look pretty worn.
Maybe it's just a tire alignment or camber issue and will be okay once you correct this and realign the steering column.