95 Talon ESi front end check

[jtmarten]

I just replaced the rt side inner/outer tie rods on the new-to-me Talon, they were very very worn. I need to pull out some of the toe-in, but it is still very squirrely. The rear feels very loose too.
How much movement should the front control arms have with pushing pulling on them from under the car? The lower curved control arm bushings have a bit of movement, but the bushing doesn't appear to be bad.
There is no play when checking using the 12-6 and 9-3 positions on any of the tires.
I need to get it in for an alignment now, but would like to diagnose and replace any other bad components first.

[inafogg]

Originally Posted by jtmarten

I just replaced the rt side inner/outer tie rods on the new-to-me Talon, they were very very worn. I need to pull out some of the toe-in, but it is still very squirrely. The rear feels very loose too.
How much movement should the front control arms have with pushing pulling on them from under the car? The lower curved control arm bushings have a bit of movement, but the bushing doesn't appear to be bad.
There is no play when checking using the 12-6 and 9-3 positions on any of the tires.
I need to get it in for an alignment now, but would like to diagnose and replace any other bad components first.

how/what are you pushing/pulling on.the control arm or the tire??
there should be no play.you say ''there is a bit of movement''
where??in the bushings,

[jtmarten]

If I push/pull the compression arm (?, curved control arm) while under the car there is some movement in the bushing.

[vanilla gorilla]

If the car is old, which of course it is, you should probably replace both the lateral control arms and the compression control arms. I have replaced almost every suspension component on my most recent DSM. My last one only had 80k miles and those control arms were already worn. If you can stand the money, replace them

[jtmarten]

Between Fri night and Sat morning I replaced all 6 front control arms, all 4 shocks/struts (KYB GR2's). I've done the rt side inner/outer tie rods as well, the left side are both tight. I have some lowering springs (0-4") but decided not to use them now. I'd like about a 1-1.5" drop, just too much gap (about 3" between tire and wheel well).

[vanilla gorilla]

If you have replaced everything, I wouldnt think there would still be play, but IDK. As far as your lowering springs, seems like they are adjustable? If you bought those adjustable sleeve style coilovers, I would suggest not using them. Unless they are Ground Control. Those cheap ones usually ride like garbage and kill the performance. If all you want is a minimal drop, I would suggest Eibach Pro-kit.

[jtmarten]

No play anywhere now except the rear upper bushing thats shot.
I decided to run it with the stock springs, its just a daily driver for me so I opted for the better ride. The springs in the lowering kit are about 1/2 the length of the originals, and I imagine they'd be very harsh.
Thanks for the info!!