Re: IML: Chains and Engine Mounts

[PAUL WENTINK <randalpark@xxxxxxx>]

This was also done in the '60s to many cars primarily on the basis of 
safety. In the event of the left mount breaking a certain way, the 
throttle linkage can become stuck under acceleration, creating the 
possibility for a very unsafe condition. From 1964 on, Imperials 
utilize a throttle cable instead of rod linkage, thus reducing the 
possibility of this mishap. Still, should either mount break, other 
mechanical problems will result. Mounts should be checked and replaced 
if damage is discovered.

Paul W.


-----Original Message-----
From: Tony Carter <thunder65@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Fri, 1 Feb 2008 4:27 am
Subject: IML: Re engine mounts



I'm not sure if this is applicable here but years ago I saw a neat 
trick in an Australian Chrysler Valiant, on the left hand engine mount 
of a V8 there was a short length of chain, it was bolted to the engine 
block under one of the mount bolts, the other end was bolted to the 
engine mount chassis bracket, when I asked the owner about it he said 
that under full throttle from a stand still it stopped the thrust of 
the engine block from tearing the rubber mount apart as it lifted up, 
he said it was on the car when he bought it new. Might be a fix for 
those mounts that keep pulling apart.

 

Tony, Oztralia

62 Coupe, (nearly finished and road ready) 


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