Will a lower control arm and strut from a 97 escort lx fit a 95 escort lx

According to Autozone.com, you must replace the whole control arm. Here is their procedure:
NOTE do not begin the removal procedure unless a new strut-to-lower arm nut, a new ball joint pinch bolt/nut and a new lower arm-to-front subframe bolt/nut are available.

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
   NOTE
   Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the front wheel hub and spindle.
   
   
   
   WheelsLower arm strut nut and dished washer. Discard them.
   
2. Place the steering wheel in the unlocked position.
   NOTE
   Do not allow the halfshaft to move outward. Over-extension of the halfshaft joint could result in separation of internal parts, causing failure of the halfshaft joint.
   
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   NOTE
   Use extreme care to not damage the ball joint boot seal.
   
   
   
   Lower arm ball joint nut and pinch bolt. Discard them.Lower arm from the front wheel knuckle
   
   
   
   Remove and discard the lower arm-to-front subframe bolt and nutRemove the lower arm from the vehicleTo install:
   
   1. Install or connect the following:
      
      Lower arm strut into the lower arm rear strut bushingLower arm into the front sub-frame bracketNew lower arm-to-front subframe nut and bolt. While holding the lower arm horizontal, tighten to 85-97 ft. lbs. (115-132 Nm).Ball joint stud-to-wheel hub and spindle, making sure that the ball stud groove is properly positioned.New lower arm ball joint pinch bolt and nut. Tighten to 46-52 ft. lbs. 62-71 Nm).
   2. Clean the lower arm strut threads to remove dirt and contamination.
   3. Install the dished washer with the dished side away from the lower arm rear strut bushing.
   4. Install the front suspension lower arm strut-to-strut nut and tighten to 85-97 ft. lbs. (115-142 Nm).
   5. Install the wheels.
   6. Lower the vehicle.

Hard to find parts for a Damante, I'd call around junk yards for the control arms. You can probably find an aftermarket replacement for the struts at a parts store. Take them with you so you can find a reasonable facsimile.

This can be a C-V joint or hub bearing. If your style of front strut has a tower bearing, that's another possibility.

yes there are struts on tht model ,check to see if struts have torn loose at the top and shoved up into the body

The strut needs to be removed from the lower control arm. One bolt that holds the strut to the control arm. Loosen it and take the bolt out completely. Push down on the control arm so that it dislocates from the strut assembly. This will enable you to swing the strut outward and give enough free space to clear the CV from the hub.

The rods that connect the K-member (subframe) to the lower control arms are called "strut rods". Your local auto parts store should carry the bushings.

is it a macpherson type ,or is it just a shock absorber that fits inbetween the upper and lower track control arm

Please be mindful to carefully note the position of the old parts as you disassemble the suspension, then follow these steps to do the re-installation:

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Raise and safely support the vehicle.

3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.

4. Remove and discard the tension strut-to-control arm nut, then pull off the dished washer.

When separating the control arm from the steering knuckle, do not use a hammer. Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot seal.

5. Remove and discard the control arm-to-steering knuckle pinch bolt. Using a small prybar, spread the pinch joint slightly, then separate the control arm from the steering knuckle. A drift punch may be used to remove the bolt, but be very careful not to damage the ball joint boot seal.

Do not allow the halfshaft to move outward, or the tripod CV-joint internal parts could separate, causing failure of the joint.

6. Remove and discard the lower control arm inner pivot bolt and nut.

7. Remove the lower control arm from the frame and the tension strut.

INSTALLATION

Make sure the front washer is at the strut-to-lower control arm attachment.

8. Insert the strut into the inner bushing.

9. Position the lower control arm into the subframe bracket, using a new nut and bolt. Tighten to 73-97 ft. lbs. (98-132 Nm).

10. Assemble the lower control arm ball joint stud to the steering knuckle, making sure the ball stud groove is positioned properly. Be very careful not to damage the lower control arm seal.

11. Insert a new pinch bolt and nut, then tighten to 40-53 ft. lbs. (53-72 Nm).

12. Clean the strut threads to remove dirt and/or debris.

13. Install the dished washer, with its dished side away from the control arm bushing. Install a new nut on the strut and tighten to 73-97 ft. lbs. (98-132 Nm).

14. Install the wheel and tire assembly, tightening the lug nuts to 85-105 ft. lbs. (115-142 Nm), then carefully lower the vehicle.

I hope this helps.

sounds like sub frame bushings or front lower controll arm bushings
usualy they will clunk also like a binding sound

unfortunatly no. i do this for a living and hate doing the front struts on these vehicles. Some you can skip that step, it all depends on the holes in the frame where the lower control arm fits. If you can pry the control arm down far enough you can get it out. But just when I think I can skip that step WHAM I get one that needs all of that stuf loosened. By the way have ypou checked the rear springs? I do a lot more rear loaded struts on thse than front strut replacement because of broken springs. Also dont forget to buy new sway bar links they will break most of the time tring to get them off.