[TR] TR4-4A motor mounts

[Jim Henningsen]

Isn’t that the truth.  I was able to just barely squeeze them in without bending it.  Great tip! 
Ji 

> On Mar 2, 2021, at 4:40 PM, John Linney <john at linneyweb.com> wrote:
> 
> Good advice. Also - try not to bend the accelerator linkage when you raise the front of the engine. Don’t ask how I know this.
> 
>> On Mar 2, 2021, at 1:37 PM, Carl Sereda <carlsereda at aol.com> wrote:
>> 
>> The TR4A square motor mounts are the 'fail-safe' style so when rubber gives way at least the motor is a little more locked into frame (versus round style).. in any case I would not hesitate to add shims (big round or square washers) to get good fan extension clearance to steering rack.
>> Also, some 60's Volvos use slightly more robust round mounts..
>> Regards,
>> Carl 
>> '63 TR4 since '74
>> 
>> I have been using round mounts in my TR4A for years, but they're from some year BMW.  
>> 
>> Taller and bigger in diameter, if I recall correctly.  Seem to hold up well.
>> 
>> Maybe someone on the list will know what BMW they are from.
>> 
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