Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Got the old one out, and can't get the new one from FCP in. Any tips? It almost looks too big for the mount holder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlc Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 I'm assuming you're talking about one-piece torque mount (oem or uro).This worked for me: http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/engine_mount2.phpAlso, somebody suggested installing them 'angled' a little bit compared to original position (to lessen the stress I suppose) to extend life. I did just that, and the vibration is not as bad as poly (which I have on the V70), and hoping it would last longer.Work safely OrleeCGot the old one out, and can't get the new one from FCP in. Any tips? It almost looks too big for the mount holder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Thanks for the info, i'm assuming this is all available at Home Depot? I can't believe how ridiculous it would be to get this in!!! Now i have to wait til my dad gets home to drive me there, as i have no mount there at all. :angry: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7 VII 7 Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Thanks for the info, i'm assuming this is all available at Home Depot? I can't believe how ridiculous it would be to get this in!!! Now i have to wait til my dad gets home to drive me there, as i have no mount there at all. you can still drive without the mount in there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 No way that bushing is going into the mount from the drivers side, there has to be an easier way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike_P Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 No way that bushing is going into the mount from the drivers side, there has to be an easier way.It goes in from the passenger side. The bracket is flared a bit on that side, so it's not too hard to get the bushing started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jippi 855 GLT Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 No way that bushing is going into the mount from the drivers side, there has to be an easier way.u shoulda got the 2 piece mount from ipd. i put 3 of those in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 It goes in from the passenger side. The bracket is flared a bit on that side, so it's not too hard to get the bushing started.Yea i know that, but there is no way i can get it started, how did you eventually get it in? I've tried for three hours with 2 c-clamps and lube, and it won't budge, i even sanded down the plastic to no avail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlvinL Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 I'm assuming you're talking about one-piece torque mount (oem or uro).This worked for me: <a href="http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/engine_mount2.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/engine_mount2.php</a>Also, somebody suggested installing them 'angled' a little bit compared to original position (to lessen the stress I suppose) to extend life. I did just that, and the vibration is not as bad as poly (which I have on the V70), and hoping it would last longer.Work safely OrleeCPiece of cake using this homemade tool except with a slight twist.1. Lay out some paper towel or rags around the old bushing for the next step.2. Take a hacksaw and cut out the rubber center of the old mount. The rags should collect all the bits of rubber as you cut.3. Set up the new mount over the old one, on the left (driver's) side, with the home-made tool and press it in with the split ABS coupling on the opposite end. Old mount helps to keep the new mount square and in position. Arrow on the rubber should be towards the left (driver's side) and pointing straight up.4. Tighten the nut to press the new bushing in until the old bushing makes contact with the plate and can go no farther. The split ABS coupling allows the old bushing to come out as the new one goes in. By now, you'll notice the new bushing is in most of the way and the old one is almost out.5. Take apart the homemade tool and using a hammer and knock off the old bushing from the side.6. Reassemble the tool and using the split ABS coupling to finish off the new mount into position.7. Reassemble the arm to your new OEM mount.I didn't angle the mount. It's easy with this tool and my OEM mount has lasted over two years now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Thanks alvin, i already took out the old mount though :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jippi 855 GLT Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Thanks alvin, i already took out the old mount though you should still be able to press it in using a home made tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Account_Deleted_T5M Posted October 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 you should still be able to press it in using a home made tool.:crosses fingers: i hope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike_P Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 :crosses fingers: i hopeThe home-made tool will work fine. After I got the old mount out the new one was installed in a matter of minutes. Longest part was walking next door to my neighbor's house to borrow a hacksaw to cut the PVC spacer lengthwise so it could expand around the bushing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmsee Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 When I changed mine, I used lift and trans jack and it worked flawlessly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikv11 Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 It goes in from the passenger side. The bracket is flared a bit on that side, so it's not too hard to get the bushing started.When I did job this on my car, the mount had to be pressed in from the opposite side from what the writeup says. So here is the key: look carefully for which side of the bracket is flared. Once you identify that, the home-made kit works pretty well for installing. Still a bit of a hassle if the old mount is out, but it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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