So my clunk was the center link. The idler arm end was shot. I got the part online and replaced it tonight. No more clunk...that's good.

The damper has no shock action to it at all. I can compress it or extend it as easily as could be. Seems like it's shot. But, what purpose does that thing serve anyway? What problems should I be noticing? How much of a difference is a new one gonna make?

Thanks in advance.

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Ty H.
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