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: tranny mount


elka79
11-02-2005, 08:08 AM
is it dificult to do at home?. is it a matter of jacking the tranny some and replacing it?. is one of those "poly" mounts good? tks.

71el
11-02-2005, 09:58 AM
Not difficult at all - put floor jack under trans remove or slide crossmember back - replace mount
Don't know about poy mount never used any


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elka79
11-02-2005, 10:32 AM
you are absolutely right about this site. it is awesome, the people are top notch. i have also learned a lot here. welcome and keep those tips handy.i am a backyard mechanic, and what you learn here is priceless. 8)

elka79
11-03-2005, 03:52 PM
now i am at a loos for sure. the motor mounts and the tranny mount are fine. i see a "ring" around the shaft, i feel the hit under the car but i cannot find the source. can a bad spring cause it?

71el
11-03-2005, 07:52 PM
elka79 I may have missed the details but where is the ring on the driveshaft what is it next to you would figure if there is a ring on the shaft there has to be another shiny spot somewhere. when does it rub