A little help to verify what I am thinking?

TrailBeast,Lots of good advice given by all, especially what 67Dart said to do. If one component goes bad, such as the ball joint, it puts extra strain and wear on other components. When you have two things needing replacing such as the strut rod bushing and the ball joint, you should really pay attention to everything and check it all out while you are under there.

Oh believe me, once I get into it it'll get done.
Thanks