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By the way, that bushing just presses into the mount. So if there is a gap it's probably due to a worn inner ball joint. I'd plan on replacing the bushing, the inner, and the outer/lower ball joints at the same time. It's all easy enough once you get the lower-arm off the car.
I wouldn't wait too long, this must be wreaking havoc with your handling!