steering clunk noise/feel 1991 318is

[stillmatick]

Slightly turn steering to the left between 11 and 12 oclock while park I get this feel/clunk noise like something is binding.

Things I have replace are poly cab bushing,bc coilover system,inner and outer tie rod, poly steering coupler,hub bearing,sway bar bushing and lower control arm with ball joints.

[a930rocket]

Sounds just like what I have plus the steering wheel (?) locks momentarily while turning between 10 and 2 o'clock. With the car off, it doesn't do it, with it raised and running it doesn't do it. It only occurs when on the ground and running.

Are there parts to replace in the steering column, bushings, etc.?

I'm going to look at the struts and steering column/u-joint tomorrow.

[Geoff]

one thing to check when the steering clunks-there is a large brass or brass
looking nut at the lower end of the steering column,  just before the column goes thru  the floor of the car,  you'll see it just to the left of the gas pedal.
  This will loosen over time and needs to be tight.  the best way to get it is to put a large wrench on the nut, brace it against something  and have someone hold it steady,  so you can turn the  steering wheel to the right, which will snug up the bolt.  I have heard some folks lock the wheel and turn the nut with a wrench, but the wheel lock can be broken with that method, so I avoid it..
                                                                      Geoff

[colin86325]

Yes, check the large nut on the steering column.

It could also be the rag joint on the lower steering column. You can turn the steering wheel with the tires on the ground and watch for deflection in the rubber of the u-joint.

I have two airbag M42 cars that have this problem.