That's definitely an unusual configuration, but not the first I have seen like that. Though a power driver seat was optional for a time, Ford dropped it from the option list completely in 1998. Even when they started offering leather seats in 2006 or so, power was still off the menu.
I believe the only purpose of the damper is for NVH...it just keeps the drivetrain operating smoothly. Ford has put similar weights and dampers on differentials and such on various other models too.
I believe the only purpose of the damper is for NVH...it just keeps the drivetrain operating smoothly. Ford has put similar weights and dampers on differentials and such on various other models too.