The marking procedure I have so engrained in my head I am certain it will appear I went overboard . . . the rubber boot on my '87 was slapping around so I finished that off when trying to locate the problem. A replacement it will have.

I believe the metal "dust" caps may lock (???) against the bearing and/or support. I can't really tell from the photo nor description. Regardless, if they are available from Phil I'll include them with my order.

The '84 is going to be more problematic since it has a real vibration. I have found the obvious parts needing replacement yet when all is said and done I may have additional problems. The PO had the transmission out and it is possible the replacement of the worn flex discs and support bearing/support will not solve the speed vibration. I'll have to see if the shaft was improperly installed . . . also, from what I have read in another thread, the bracket from the exhaust/trans may be improperly mounted. I will have my work cutout for me since there are known bad parts and a real potential for some unknown. At least if I have the parts that the rest of you have encountered when doing the same procedures I'll feel more confident.

Thanks and any/all advice is always welcome.
Steve

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Steve
'87 300TD - 132K - Soon 4-Sale
'84 300D Turbo - 122K - Driving
'77 VW Type II - 77K - Restored
'08 250EX Ninja
English Bulldog (Brier) - My best friend. Passed away 12/02/04 while in my arms.