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Title: Front Engine Mount Replacement Post by: JohnBM on October 05, 2011, 08:41:25 PM Have replaced the front engine mount on my FE. All went well but noticed on start up and idle a slight vibration/harshness. Would this be normal until the mounting has bedded in?
Title: Re: Front Engine Mount Replacement Post by: mcl1959 on October 06, 2011, 06:28:07 PM I don't think this is normal - what is the history of the rear mounts?
Ken Title: Re: Front Engine Mount Replacement Post by: JohnBM on October 07, 2011, 07:10:42 PM Rear mounts were replaced in 1980 but appear to still be in good condition. The new front one was purchased at Rare Spares and can only be fitted the one way. 1980 is a while ago, but the car has only done minimal mileage since then and the rear ones haven't been contaminated with oil.
Title: Re: Front Engine Mount Replacement Post by: mcl1959 on October 08, 2011, 10:43:52 AM I'm at a bit of a loss as to what may be causing the harshness, maybe check the exhaust is not binding somewhere. You may have disturbed it when lifting the motor to replace the mount. Could also check the accelerator for the same thing.
Ken Title: Re: Front Engine Mount Replacement Post by: FCRB26 on October 08, 2011, 08:11:07 PM Or maybe you were use to that 50 something year old mushy mount? ;D
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