Rear dohc mount problem..

[gpchris]

Well Im using a manual trans but I dont have a manual mount.. Im wondering if the stock auto mount can permanently support the engine without any added supports?

[5speedz34]

Are you talking about the mount itself, or the actual metal brace?

[gpchris]

umm I want to know if the auto mount can support the engine while running and driving without the transmission bolted to the mount. I assume the transmission kept the mount sturdy..

[5speedz34]

Are you talking about the mount that is on the left side of the cradle, almost in the wheel well?

[gpchris]

this one

 

[5speedz34]

So you're not going to bolt the transmission to that? You just want to know if that will hold the engine?

[gpchris]

yeah if it wont bend without the trans strengthening it.

[5speedz34]

I can't say it will or it won't. My guess is it won't but if it does, its going to snap at the block, I think. I would look for a manual mount. You know there is another manual mount that goes across the bottom of the engine?

 

I don't think the transmission strengthens the mount, I think it just keeps everything rocking as one "piece".

[gpchris]

hmm no theres no center mount. on the dohc theres a mount on each side..

 

Im having no luck finding a manual mount..

[5speedz34]

There is a metal piece that runs under the crank pulley. It bolts to the front (hydraulic) mount and the rear trans/engine mount.

[gpchris]

ahh yeah that was on the 5speeds. I consider it part of the rear mount.

[5speedz34]

I would really try to get one of those. Is the front mount specific to a auto or manual car?

[gpchris]

hmm. I really need the mount... Im gona post a wtb

 

[5speedz34]

hmm. I really need the mount... Im gona post a wtb

 

 

Good idea!

[gpchris]

lol yeah if i cant find one ill have to make my own!