It looks mechanical. Like one of those "wobble" connectors/holders used for the bar that changes the chute direction on a snowblower.
If it is worn on one side like it looks in your first pick, then I'd be 99.99% sure that is what it is. In which case it's junk and praise Jesus! that you found it.
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If it is worn on one side like it looks in your first pick, then I'd be 99.99% sure that is what it is. In which case it's junk and praise Jesus! that you found it.
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