Pillow Balls Pillow Balls Pillow Balls?????
 

I saw on another thread a link to Max Coopers Pillow ball bushing replacement...Does anyone know what the bushing should feel like? Mine are easy to roll around but no side to side movement.

I just ordered some from Mazda at $42.00 a pop...I Hope I need them.

Heres the link.
My big Pillow Balls!

If they move easily in your hand they are probably ready to be replaced. When new they are stiff enough you have to use a screwdriver to move the pivot.

I just jack up the car, grab the suspension and start shaking to find the culprit.

By the way, I replaced mine exactly like Max did (thanks) and it worked beautifully. Only thing I have to add is when pressing the old ones out, tighten your press up tight and then give the bearing one sharp whack with a hammer. Mine backed right out then as you don't have to "break" the bearing loose from the suspension arm.