Hey everyone,

My new 240D failed inspection today for, among other things, a bad drag link. The steering is definitely a bit loose, so I was thinking of, in addition to replacing the drag link, also replacing the tie rods and idler arm bushings. I have two questions:

1) Do you guys think that it makes sense to replace all these parts? I'm partly doing it on principle, since they are all old parts.

2) Should I buy new tie rods or new tie rod ends? The price difference is about $33... I don't feel like spending $33 if I don't have to.

3) Is there anything else you would do?

Cheers!

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