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Old 07-31-2009, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by TX76513 View Post
I have to examine my SDL mounts from underside as they "smash" when they go bad. Topside view doesn't work for me. Your sound and symptom is identical to the SDL when a mount fails (usually driver side). Idle - the pulley hits fan shroud slightly causing a slight rumble. Hit foot feed - add torque it lifts the engine up and all is well.
Thanks for the tip. I will check this out tonight and let you know what I find.
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