Lower control arm bushings worn out

2001 TOYOTA TUNDRA
190,000 MILES • 3.4L • V6 • 2WD • MANUAL
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JOHNCPEN
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My truck listed above has worn lower control arm bushings. they are cracked and allow some forward movement when the brakes are applied. Steering is tight and responsive. I have a clunking (dull sound, not metallic) sound when driving slowly on uneven surfaces or if steering quickly to the right or to the left. The sound tends to go away in colder weather. When prying the control arm with a pry bar, there is some movement, but it returns to its original position. Tires seen to be wearing okay. Am I doing harm by continuing to drive, such as hurting the lower and or upper ball joints?
Jun 18, 2020 at 3:36 PM
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KASEKENNY
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If you are hearing these noises then it is only going to get worse until the point where you start to get improperly worn tires. Once this happens, not only are you going to have to replace this but you will need to replace tires as well.

I would suggest to start making arrangements on replacing it but it is ok to drive in the short term. I attached the process on how to replace it. Let me know if you have questions. Thanks
Jun 18, 2020 at 5:05 PM