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Answer
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Originally Posted by cousindave76
I've always wondered about that little rack damper bolt. I've adjusted on it a little bit via some info on this forum, but is there any definitive way of know it actually needs to be replaced? Or is it a $75 couldn't hurt?
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If you have excess engine rock/shake.
if it is the shiny new gold unit = it has been replaced and needs to be adjusted..
If it is nickle or rust/corroded = replace it = a good investment.
so, what does that rack damper bolt (617) actually do?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/183139-so-what-does-rack-damper-bolt-617-actually-do.html#post1458468
Part# rack dampener pin for 1985 300SD
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/120005-part-rack-damper-pin-1985-300sd.html#post858324
Adjusting the Rack Damper Bolt
http://articles.mbz.org/engine/diesel/rackbolt/
Replacing Rack dampener pin
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/176580-replacing-rack-dampener-pin.html#post1391845
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