I know it's probably my bushings, but does anyone know how difficult it is to replace these things with basic tools/knowledge? I'm going to replace with the higher quality aftermarket bushings that won't compress like these do. Only 72K and I need shocks and bushings! mad

Also, will I need an alignment after I replace these things? Thanks for any help!

1998 Contour Sport V6, Black
*Cold air induction
*Powdercoated intake manifold (more powdercoating coming soon)
*Blue headlights, foggies, and signals (no reflectors)
*CEG stickers & removed door moldings
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1994 Ford Aspire 4-door, looks like a big egg
*64 hp 4-cyl
*5 speed
*"13 steel rims with go-cart tires
*74 mph top speed
*I'm going to auto-x the thing (but not compete)