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Just got back from the shop...



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Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2004 11:03 PM
Subject: Just got back from the shop...


> ...as I had the front motor mount replaced again.  Had all four done
> just over a month ago.  The front was supposedly a TT HD but Tuesday
> while under the car changing the oil I looked at it and noticed that
> it was breaking already.  When the mech took the bracket off, the
> mount just fell right off the holder.

So, either the mounts weren't adjusted right to start with or you are a tire spinning fool!!

>
> Anyway, the new one is in and while I was there he showed me a few
> things.  Not cool things either:
>
> 1)  Cracks (at least 3) in my crossmember.  Isn't that the name off
> the piece that the front mount is attached to?
>
> 2)  Driver's outer CV boot cracked (that's the one that's just inside
> the wheel, correct?).  This is why my rim is turning black with
> grease?

You need to get this fixed as soon as possible. While the grease is coming out and ruining the looks
of your wheel dirt is getting in and ruining all those nice polished surfaces.
>
> 3)  Driver's side power steering boot is the same.

Same as 2).
>
> As far as the first goes, I guess it'll have to be welded?  I'm sure
> that the weasle's brace would help?

Yes, welding is required. And, yes, apparently, the weasle's brace will prevent reoccurance.
>
> 2 and 3, what's involved with replacing and should I do other stuff
> while I'm in there?

These do require some special tools or techniques, so if you're not pretty adept with tools then you
might want to pay to get it done. Either that or invite Cathy down and let her show you ;^)
Dan

>
> Comments, tips, advice, etc. welcome.
>
> --
> Mike
> '86 red 16v (Red 5)
>
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