Not sure if you have similar mounting points, but a bunch of us R/T guys are
running homemade torque straps made from a few bolts, and eye bolt and an
adjustable tensioner. TonyC can probably rattle off the part list from
memory :) I copied his notes and made my own, works great. If he doesn't
chime in, I'll try to find the list at home next week (if I still have it).
-Dave
'02 FR RC R/T
"Dan Kramarsky" <dkramarsky68@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:20040502050316.94464.qmail@web41002.mail.yahoo.com...
>
> well its pretty much certain i got a bad motor mount on the drivers side.
i had my wife
> power-brake it lightly while i watch the motor and the damn thing buck
about 4 to 5" !!!
> pretty much explains the coolant bottle and the Y-pipe brakin loose :)
>
>
> when i replace the moutn mount i also want to re-inforce it.
>
> so anyone have some good ideas of how to simple but effective torque strap
on the '92
> chassis with V8.
>
> are we talkin stainless steel cable from like a yacht/boating supply house
and some
> turnbuckles and Grade 8 bolts to the heads and frame -or- polyester
webbing from like
> from a old seat belt or something.
>
> any ideas/experiences would be appreciated.
>
>
> -dan
>
> =====
> Dan K.
> '92 Grey Dak CC, 318, 4x2, 46RH, 3.92 rear, 235/75R15, PS, PW, PB, PL, AC.
>
> Mods: Trans-Go, APS Precision's 2400 stall, cool air induction, K&N
filter, Autolite 3924s, & re-located IAT sensor.
>
> Future: 180* stat, MP PCM, Stage 1 T.B., HER1418AL Cam, 3" Gibson
exhaust, March pullies, electric fan, and head porting.
>
>
>
>
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