Ok guys, I am not new to turning wrenches, but I need some help with my diagnosis. I am new to working on/ repairing r&p style steering gear. I have seen all the recent posts on ball joints and what neglect can produce. My LBJ's show no movement, but my UBJ's will be replaced due to ripped boots. I am feeling wobble in the steering wheel and can see left to right wiggle when I wrestle the tire.
Is there a way to determine ITRE vs rack guides, etc.?
Also, I know a lot of members on here are pro Toyota factory parts, but even with Camelback Toyota's online discount, they are $100 more each side.
Any insight on the cost difference?
Has anyone personally had success or horror stories with parts store ITREs?

Thank you all in advance.

Prob just need to replace the steering rack bushings. There was a recent thread about ITRE's and steering rack let me look...
here's one but I don't think it's the one I'm looking for... Leaking Steering Rack? Options?
Here's a how to on ITRE removal & installation Inner Tie Rod Removal and Installation

Here ya go, this should help: How to tell if the Inner Tie Rods are bad

iswing - If you are talking about "slop" in the steering wheel vs. actual steering movement, check / adjust the steering rack guide.
I replaced no parts, but did disassemble to have a look. When you check it, have someone inside moving the steering wheel back & forth. You'll be able to feel the play by holding the rack shaft (hold the drivers side rack boot) as the help saws on the wheel. I adjusted until that play was gone.
Good read here:
How to: Replace steering rack guide- Pictures

Thanks guys. I will pull the ITRE to see if it drops first, then check the guide. Lack of an assistant makes bumping the wheel while holding components difficult. You both have been a giant help.

Thank you.