steering link question

[Hemidog]

the "thing" in the picture is loose, you can move it up and down, i can really feel and hear it when i turn the steering wheel.
removed the bolt, and the cylinder thing doesnt fit perfectly between the mounts, is it suppose to be this way? anyone?

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

That is your idler arm & its worn.  Available aftermarket

[Hemidog]

searched idler arm on ebay, and this is what i found
doesnt look anything like it.

[Hemidog]

nevermind, found ads that looks like the right one.
But i dont understand why i have to replace the whole arm, only the cylinder that goes trough the arm and bolt is worn(or too short) and the bushings looks like old foam.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Moog part # K7041

$34.79 @ www.rockauto.com

[Chryco Psycho]

if it is just loose in the K frame try adding a washer or two to tighten it first

[Hemidog]

if it is just loose in the K frame try adding a washer or two to tighten it first

i think i'm gonna try that first, thanks guys.