steering rack

Hey guys long story short I was hitting this plastic piece and it started leaking. (I didn't realize it was plastic at first) it just looks like a big bolt head when it's covered in crap, about 1&1/4" roughly. Driver side. I decided to just tear it off to see if I can just replace it but I...

My car is wondering on the road and I have a steering wheel vibration at around 45-60 mph. The steering in general is just terrible. The passenger side wheel when jacked up has about an inch movement left and right. The tie rod end appears to be tight. The steering rack however is moving back...

Does anyone know where to get replacement steering rack bushings? No one makes them, not Prothane or Ford online parts. Will try the dealer next. Thanks!

Ok I've been researching and haven't been able to find a definite answer. I have been getting a really bad rattle but it only happens when turning right with throttle, if I clutch it in the turn the rattle stops. I have been thinking it might be the steering pump or rack and pinion. Could use...