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Originally Posted by Gary Karr
Actually, the first generation rear engine mounts (on the first 200 vehicles) go together more like current Float-a-Motors. There is a bracket riveted to the frame rail that a thick piece of rubber sits on. Then, there is a bracket that bolts to the flywheel housing that sits on top of that rubber block. Then, there is a rectangular cup washer with a thick piece of rubber that sits on top of the flywheel bracket. All must line up so that a large bolt with a cast round washer can go through all so that a castellated nut can be put on the lower end of the bolt. It's a chore to line everything up on both sides!
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That’s interesting, Gary. I’ve never been up close and personal with any of the first 200 cars, and it’s always fun to learn something new, even after 50 years in the hobby. But I’ve worked on many later ones, and can firmly attest to the efficacy of using a frame spreader. :-)