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Old Apr 14, 2015 | 08:14 PM
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C4 transmission question

I recently bought a 77 C4 tranny. It has a "bracket" bolted to the rear tail housing. I have seen many C4s but never noticed this attachment before. It is similar to the one in this link.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251895524716?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
The seller claims it is a weight. Is it or what the heck is it?
 
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Old Apr 14, 2015 | 09:55 PM
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Its a weight that is there to help dampen vibrations, auto makers still use them today.

I have seen that style weight on the C4.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2015 | 03:07 AM
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Better known as a gopher killer. Engine mounts are placed further back on the engine and this helps stabilize vibrations.
 
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Better known as a gopher killer. Engine mounts are placed further back on the engine and this helps stabilize vibrations.
Gopher killer? LOVE THAT. Guess I just never paid much attention to them until now. Thanks.
 
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