Radiator Support Bracket/Shield

[88SportsCab4x4]

Does the bracket circled in the photo below serve any purpose/function? It is held on by two bolts and has 3 holes in it. I've gone through online photos and some have it, and some don't. All I can find for parts is "Shield: MB506110". I can't see that is it doing much of anything except possibly redirecting some air through the AC condenser so the air doesn't exit (escape) through the top of the condenser.


http://www.mightyram50.net/vbulletin/attachment.php?attachmentid=25783&stc=1

[tortron]

basically that. its to direct air through the radiator instead of straight up

[MrPaco]

What's up with the position of your battery? Shouldn't it be to the right?
And does your air filter cover have a cut out?

[geezer101]

Someone hatchetted the air cleaner assembly. And it looks like the wrong one for the truck anyway. Battery position is right for a Gen 1 truck (well, that's where mine is...)

[88SportsCab4x4]

LOL That photo isn't of my truck, but just one that I found online that showed the bracket. Thanks for the replies. :-)