Loose Steering-chasing my tail....

[blade_24k]

2002 GMC Yukon SLE 4x4 5.3L
The steering has play and I have been chasing my tail trying to replace everything that could be causing it. I've changed:
Steering gear box (3 bolt, Napa ReMan)
P/S pump
Inner and outer Tie rods (moog)
Idler Arm and bracket assembly (moog)
Pitman Arm (moog)
Added Steering Stabilizer/Dampener (Rough Country)

Tried adjusting the gear box and it just made it more sensitive but didn't take the play out. I've gotta be missing something. I just Cant figure it out. Is it just common to have play in the steering? is there something else I should look at? What else could cause play in the steering?

 

[inmypassatlife]

ball joints and tire condition?

 

[Pachanga02]

My play was because of shot ball joints on the uca and a cracked idler arm bracket. I pretty much changed everything you did including the front uca and it rides great now. Good luck

 

[M1Gunner]

Have you checked your hub bearings for excessive end play? Although not directly related to the steering system bearings with excessive play will create a wondering/loose steering symptom.

 

[#1taho]

Intermediate shaft? If you have checked and changed the rest

 

[JJ461]

Is there a way to adjust the intermediate shaft. Had mine replaced because of clunking noise, now steering has play that was not there before.

2006 Yukon XL