I don't really know what the symptoms are for this, but while doing my brakes I always notice that the tie rod end has burst.

I don't think there are any Advance Autoparst stores around Boston

Darren '98 Mystique LS -Duratec, MTX Nakamichi CD-40z, Knauberized, KKM tru rev intake, 9MM Motorsport Wires, SVT Springs/Struts