Your steering gear is mounted to the frame with 190ft/lbs should not allow you to have any play in it. Sounds to me like it is wearing out on the mounts. This can be caused by loose tie-rod, tires to large, and a bad steering knuckle. I would suggest to first re-torque the mounting bolts, if that is unsuccessful, replace the gear. Make sure all your steering components are properly serviced. Not sure if you need the service manual, but if you do it is available [http://www.keepandshare.com/doc/3256562/2001dak-manual-rar-november-8-2011-4-23-pm-62-4-meg?da=y|right here.] Hope this helps to get you going in the right direction :-) Good Luck