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pcmaher · #7 06-12-2004, 08:33 AM

Message continued...I had to grind down the height of a 17 mm socket to get to the top bolt. Once the bolts were removed, the mounts came out pretty easy. You will have to turn the front wheels to get the steering linkages out of the way. BE CAREFUL, the mounts are a funky shape, and will fall out without warning even if they seem to be stuck in place. Once the old mounts were removed, it was obvious that they needed replacing. The inner portion on both mounts was sheared from the outer portion. It's no wonder I felt vibration at idle. I also marked the oil pan to get a height indication. I looked at it after I got the new mounts in, and the motor is at least 3/4" higher than before. I didn't finish buttoning it up last night, but I'm close. Should finish today. Will let you know how it feels with the new mounts.