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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 07:13 AM
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this is at a stop and you can see the play in the wheel. Where would you suggest I check first for sloppyness? I had the whole steering rack replaced in 2011 btw

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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 07:20 AM
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Start with inspecting most of your suspension.
Bad shocks, bushings, tie rod ends, inner tie rods, etc can all cause sloppy steering.

Personally, Tie rod ends + bushings are the first two things I check once the car is up on stands, they're the easiest to look at and get a good picture of the work ahead of you...

Also, next time, post car year + model in the post
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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 07:37 AM
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Sorry lol usually do- 95 ej2.
My front struts were replaced not too long ago and I know theyre in good condition. Upper ball joint was replaced on driver side and passenger was good last i checked. Driver side tie rod was replaced when upper ball joint was and again im pretty sure passenger side was good.
I know my alignments off and since its been off ive noticed a bigger difference in steering feel so i know thats a factor but the sloppyness drives me nuts
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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 07:38 AM
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I'm gonna inspect my bushings because i'm feeling like theyre probably worn
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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 08:39 AM
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Chances are, the bushings are a bit worn, give all of them a good look over, including rears.
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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 03:26 PM
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Mine the same way turns up my inner tie rods are bad so im just replacing all inners and outers you should try it also check ball joints and take it in for a alignment
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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 04:25 PM
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Will do. And yeah I know the aligment is somewhat to blame. Thanks for the replies.
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