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jsbgump 06-28-2012 11:15 AM

ECE Mounts
 
I need some close up pics of the ece mounts installed. Mine are about an inch off on either side if I get a bolt in the mount. I even unbolted the trans from the engine and its still the same. Any help would be appreiated. I will try to get pics of what I have to show yall.

jsbgump 06-28-2012 03:20 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
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pics

Hart_Rod 06-28-2012 03:22 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
Looks like you need to raise the rear of the transmission up. Do you have pictures of the tranny mount?

jsbgump 06-28-2012 03:23 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
This is with just the engine and they still won't line up right

jsbgump 06-28-2012 06:09 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
2 Attachment(s)
Frame mounts

OldCreek 06-29-2012 12:17 AM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
The mounts in your pics look correctly placed.

I had the same problem. Here's what I did:

I had a friend help me with the lift while I was under the car. He would lift or drop the engine on my command and I would either tap the bolts with a hammer or tried to drive them a little forward with my wrench. It took a lot of finagling! I think my buddy even jounced the motor at times.

You could try to change where your chains are attached to the engine to vary it's tilt.

MAK191 06-29-2012 10:28 AM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
I'm not sure about the ECE ones but on the factory frame stands (not sure if that is what they are called) I have there are two sets of holes where the rubber mount can bolt on. I can see that you have an extra lower hole. Not sure if this is the answer but just trying to offer up an idea.

fastwillie 696969 06-29-2012 11:00 AM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
have you done any mods on the frame ,i saw the ad from ece. 63-72 Gen III Motor Mount Conversion Kit (Kit)
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68Stepbed 06-29-2012 12:08 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
What are you using to lift the engine? You may need a leveler system. I also notice in those last 2 pics, there's no bolts in the lower bolt holes, and the fron hole on the driver's side is off center quite a bit.

My suggestion is put all the bolts in the mounts only finger tight, put the engine in and work the mounts and clamshells back and forth and up and down until everything fits, then tighten everything down.

chevy72blu 06-29-2012 02:55 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
I just placed my order for some today. I have quite a few "extra" holes in my frame and cross member from various goofy motor combinations, so I'm curious to see how it works out. ECE's stands look like 73-87 units, so I am considering just welding them once I get everything sat right.

Keep us updated!

jsbgump 06-30-2012 08:20 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
I finally got it in there and bolted up. I had to move the mount down to the lower holes on the stand and she fell right in. Now i just have to tighten everything up and drill new holes for the trans crossmember.

Hart_Rod 06-30-2012 08:35 PM

Re: ECE Mounts
 
Sweet!!! Pictures???:D
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