engine mount trick??????????

[jasondkramer]

HELP.. I just spent 2 hours putting the TB on, and now I can't get the engine mount back on..you know the piece that actually bolts to the engine.. what the H is the trick?

[Opelmania]

I just lifted the engine up and down on a hydraulic jack. Basically the opposite of taking it out. Can't remember any other tricks. Hope you get it on.

[mlt]

I ended up inserting engine mount bracket first (but not bolting it) and then tensioner with the assistance of another person. And I also ended up lifting engine up. However it doesn't look like I can lift it up high enough for easy manipulations as intake manifold hits rain tray or something.

Now I'm struggling finding suitable pliers to adjust tensioner.

[jasondkramer]

Got it, lowered the engine, and was able to put it right in. THANK YOU people for the help.. the other trick i figured out is when putting the a/c pump in, I put the bolts through first and started screwing on a bit, then hammered the bolt head a bit to knock the "nut" back a little, it worked perfect.. thanks agian..

[mlt]

Originally Posted by jasondkramer

the other trick i figured out is when putting the a/c pump in, I put the bolts through first and started screwing on a bit, then hammered the bolt head a bit to knock the "nut" back a little, it worked perfect..

Why did you remove it in the first place? I've only removed alternator as it gave some space at thermostat and someone before me didn't secure lower bolt properly anyway.

[jasondkramer]

Tanks agian... IT's alive.. running amazing. thanks to you guys .. thank you thank you thank you..