slotting front engine mount? 13b swap
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slotting front engine mount? 13b swap
Hey guys I'll be swapping in a 85 se motor in my 83 GS this weekend. What part of the engine mount do I slot? The two holes on the side that bolts to the engine mounts or is it the holes up front that bolts onto the front cover? I know this is not the best method but kinda short on time and cash and I need this car on the road. Eventually I'll put an RB mount in there. By the way the front cover and oil pan from the se should be good to go right? or do I still need to swap the front cover?
Thanks, Ed
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I haven't done this, but I did swap a 13b into my car using the 13b mount.
You have to slot the two holes on the side of the cross member. If you search around, you'll find specifics on slotting distance
You have to slot the two holes on the side of the cross member. If you search around, you'll find specifics on slotting distance
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I have put 13B engines in 12A chassis for many years but have not done this "slotting". I simply modify the 12A mount by extending it and then drill holes 20mm further back. You can optionally add an additional layer of reinforcement but it is not necessary.
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The geometry would be correct if you did that, assuming the mount is long enough. As you can see in the picture above, the new hole is very close to where the mount originally ended.
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Originally posted by 13BTOY
Pics please! I want to make sure I do it right.
Pics please! I want to make sure I do it right.
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Hold on guys I'm confused. Drivefast so youre saying that the engine mount that RB sells is just an SE mount? And the SE mount will work w/out mofication. please clarify.
Thanks, Ed
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Originally posted by DriveFast7
So you got what you need? GSL-SE front cover engine brace.
Like this?
http://racingbeat.com/resultset.asp?PartNumber=11832
So you got what you need? GSL-SE front cover engine brace.
Like this?
http://racingbeat.com/resultset.asp?PartNumber=11832
No the SE mount will not work without modification.
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Originally posted by hornbm
Get the racing beat one, its well worth it. I'm just not comfortable with the idea of modding teh stock one.
Get the racing beat one, its well worth it. I'm just not comfortable with the idea of modding teh stock one.
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I guess that's why RB is able to sell the things then. LOL. Good luck. Eventually you may need something else fabricated so if you find a place or someone that can do it, keep on good terms with them. Muffler shops probably not a good spot, maybe a machine shop, metal working, trailer repair, or racing shop. People who work in that industry will also often do favors for you on the side for a couple six packs etc.