(Boot cut away for ease of removal and for clarity)
Note how much the gap changes. I could move the joint sideways 2-3mm!
Similarly with the control arm. This is the rear arm, not adjustable but when it goes, it allows the wheel to steer outwards every time you brake.
I was able to push the back of the brake disc about 2.5mm toward the centerline.
Approx 0.1" in 5" from center works out to 1.12°. That is on the order of ten times spec and the wrong wash
Way. That is just the control arm not the ball joint on top of that.
I can't wait to finally get those suckers all replaced, install my round tires and have a butter smooth riding car again.