Don Rey wrote:
> So while my truck was laying on it's side, I noticed my motor mounts
> are in terrible condition.
>
> Both the FSM and Haynes tell me all I have to do is remove all the
> through bolts, and lift the engine "slightly" (to clear the stud).
> Installation is the reverse of removal.
>
> Riiiight. I see no way in heck that big 'ol hunk of steel and mushy
> rubber is going to come out without either the engine being lifted
> another 5 inches (which means it's also time for a clutch job) or the
> axle assy dropping about that same distance. Clearly I choose the
> latter option... but is there any other trick?
>
> I'm working on the passenger side right now... which looks to me like
> the easier one. I'm only working around the disconnect housing. I'm
> not excited to be wrestling with the pumpkin on the driver's side
> next.
>
> Darnitall I should have replaced them when I had the engine out!
>
> Don in CT
> 89 Dak Vert 318 NV3500 4x4
> 74 Dart Sport 340
>
Passenger side mount should be easier... drivers side mount (assuming
you did transfer the whole thing over) has the engine/trans/axle brace
in the way.
Let me look over my project photos and FSM for a few mins and I'll get
back to ya....
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