Terry:

I figured out the pivot. I thought that was a set screw, not the pivot point.

Taking tension off bought me another 1/18-3/16 inch with the bolt, but it still won't let the damper out. I filed a little more on the head, but still no go. I don't think I can count the number of bad words I have thought about whoever designed that particular bolt. I'm using 4 languages to curse him, just to inflate the number.

Time for a break, some ibuprofen, and some contemplation.

I should be able to replace the belt, at least. The busted damper is my real problem, though.

Tom

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2016 E350 4matic wagon
2010 ML350 Bluetec
1995 E300D Gone, but not forgotten.