I will go for the drag link.

With regard to the bolting, there are two large 3 or 4 inch bolts to mount the bearing carrier to the subframe, and 4 allen headed bolts to hold the guide mount back into the bearing carrier. All are tight.

I ordered the guide rod repair kit to replace the bushings where they meet the lower control arm. I didn't notice excessive play there, but at this point it seems like a good move to replace.

thanks

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