big weight bolted to trans tail?

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big weight bolted to trans tail?

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anyone know what this weight is for and if I need it with the V8 swap?
Recently bought a 1989 Astro RS from Florida. Replaced stock engine witha 1997 5.7 vortec with TBI and replaced transmission with rebuilt 700R4 with mild shift kit.
Bought on Monday the 16th of April 2012
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Re: big weight bolted to trans tail?

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It's a vibration damper. No, you don't need it.
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