The R part of R&R went easy. Pull a few bolts, no major rust & the carriers were in my hand. BFH failed me so I went to visit a friend that is a machinist and has a decent shop. 30 min later the old mounts were out and and the new ones were in.

Now I have to figure out how to swing the guide rod down or forward so that the mount will thread in. I'm thinking that a woodworking bar clamp will move it the necessary distance. I'll know tomorrow when I get the clamp from the other shop.

Anyone that's done it have any suggestions.

The local indy said he does the entire job without dropping the carrier. He beats them out then forces them back in using the bolts to pull the metal back. I'm thinking it may be better to not let him work on my car.

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85SD 240K & stopped counting painted, putting bac together. 84SD 180,000. sold to a neighbor and member here but I forget his handle. The 84 is much improved from when I had it. 85TD beginning to repair to DD status. Lots of stuff to do.