77 c20 lower control arms bushing check

[jg1977c20]

i am replacing the upper control arms with the moog all inclusive sets - just curious on best way to check the lowers for play , ive done the regular push pull side to side with tire off the ground -thanks

[Chuck Step-a-side]

I think the best way is to remove the spindle and check it while it's freely hanging. It may help to drop some oil in the bushings to loosen up the packed in dirt and grime.