My car has "support joints" between the lower control arm and a large cast mount on the body. Your body style may too, I'm not sure. This can be a source of problems in the front end. Check for a tie rod looking rod attaching on the lower control arm, under the spring, then follow it back to the other end where it meets the body. Does the rubber boot look worn/cracked? This may be it.

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