so, what does that rack damper bolt (617) actually do?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1458468

Part# rack dampener pin for 1985 300SD
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=858324

Adjusting the Rack Damper Bolt
http://articles.mbz.org/engine/diesel/rackbolt/

Replacing Rack dampener pin
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1391845




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