34 years is a long time, and the rubber does dry out and has been flexed a lot.
When i replace the one`s in the 85 300D, it sure tightened up the rear end. also replaced the Diff mount. and the rubber spacers for the springs.

That is a nice looking car you have.

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works