Center link question?

[E84MC]

Do I leave these center link foam cushions on or does it even matter? My old center link had more of a boot on there, thanks.

 

[pontiacgp]

leave them there, they are needed so the grease doesn't run out over everything when your are greasing the joint and they keep the water and dirt out

 

[E84MC]

leave them there, they are needed so the grease doesn't run out over everything when your are greasing the joint and they keep the water and dirt out

Makes sense, thanks!