Re: Rack Damper Bolt

When I first got my 84 300d, the engine had a violent shake only when warmed up and when coming to a stop idling in gear. I checked/changed all the usual suspects (purge, valve adjust, motor mounts) and these helped the shaking only very slightly.

Finally, found on here about the rack damper bolt. I screwed it in all the way, which amounted to about a half turn. Shaking was instantly gone and hasn't been back since. I have the old silver type. The spring was obviously worn.

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