why is it technically that the 4.8 is so much easier to steer? when I went from the 3.0 to the 4.8 its night and day..

I am still a bit confused what "play" is, can someone define it? I want to make sure that I know to watch for it

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Vehicles:

1. 2005 4.8is X5 Sapphire Black Metallic/Black Leather, fully loaded (Nav, Comfort Seats, Rear Climate, Sliding Load Floor, Heated Front and Rear Seats, Aux In)
2. 2004 3.0i X5 Jet Black/Black Leather (Lemoned)
3. 1999 Saab 9-5 Turbo (Trade In/Retired)


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