Hey uzombie,

thanks for the input. I have thought about replacing the tie rod ends, but I jacked up the front and they all seem tight? could I be missing something? Also, I did replace the idler arm. That did seem real loose, but the new one didn't help ($100 - for notta - ouch!) that's why I'm jonesing so bad, I don't want to rebuild the front end when it seems ok. do you think this might be able to wait when it does get warmer? I live in the mountains and have a downslopeing dirt driveway. not the best working conditions, but I make due and am safe about it. but warm sunshine is always good.