Motor mount

1996 OLDSMOBILE 98
48,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFFLUV98OLDS
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I have a 96 olds 98. the front moter mount went. It raised the motor up and I need to lower it to put the new one on. I cant afford a garage so I must do it myself. any help would be apprecited. thank you.
Aug 12, 2012 at 10:38 PM
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which mount?? try to be more specific

Roy
Aug 12, 2012 at 10:39 PM
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JEFFLUV98OLDS
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Sorry. facing the front, its on the right front lower side. thank you.
Aug 12, 2012 at 10:52 PM
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remove the attaching bolts/nuts to the subframe and jack up the motor. release the remaining part of the mount from the motor. have the new mount with you to see the attaching points that need to be unbolted. be careful lowering it so the bolt holes or studs line up correctly.

Roy
Aug 12, 2012 at 10:58 PM
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JEFFLUV98OLDS
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Thank you so much. some people from church are coming over tomorrow to help me. I will keep you in my prayers to-nite. Thank you. Jeff.
Aug 12, 2012 at 11:36 PM
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thank you

Roy
Aug 13, 2012 at 12:48 AM
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