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240sxvaj · 11-13-2008, 02:11 AM

alright so i got into a little trouble when i was trying to take out my stock engine mount.

i strip the screws that was on the engine mounts and now i dont know what else to do besides cutting it but then was too afraid because i might mess up my frame since it was on so tight.

has anyone ran through this problem before?

what should i do now?

HELP!

projectRDM · 11-13-2008, 07:27 AM

There are no screws on the engine mount.

If the nut is stripped, cut it off, you don't have any other choice. Next time get a swivel socket like discussed on here a million times, that lower nut always strip if removed improperly.

240sxvaj · 11-13-2008, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by projectRDM

There are no screws on the engine mount.

If the nut is stripped, cut it off, you don't have any other choice. Next time get a swivel socket like discussed on here a million times, that lower nut always strip if removed improperly.

oops! yea i meant nut mybad.
i havent tried to cut the nut from the bottom because it looks too tight under there. should i try the top?

thanks

MrFairlady · 11-13-2008, 12:28 PM

yes that is def a weekend Killer.
My buddy did that and advised me when I did my swap to just always take that side off from the top.
Granted I have Sxwivel sockets now,..but didn't @ the time of my swap.

Good luck sir,....My Buddy is in my brain right now echo'ing - "Beeeeee Carefull,..carefull,carefull"

japslapsilvia · 11-13-2008, 12:39 PM

just take a sazall, put it between the motor mount and crossmember and cut that shit out. i've done it a few times like that.

240sxvaj · 11-13-2008, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by japslapsilvia

just take a sazall, put it between the motor mount and crossmember and cut that shit out. i've done it a few times like that.

wouldnt that cut my frame a little?

the motor mount is pissing me off

Sileighty_85 · 11-13-2008, 03:41 PM

try these then if your worried

Craftsman 10 pc. Damaged Bolt/Nut Remover Set, Low Profile Bolt-Out - Model 52166 at Sears.com

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrFairlady

Good luck sir,....My Buddy is in my brain right now echo'ing - "Beeeeee Carefull,..carefull,carefull"

Mine is a Leprechaun that tell me to start fires. lol

Ineedparts · 11-13-2008, 03:57 PM

I had the axact same problem!! I know how frustrated you must be. I went to auto-zone and picked up a set of sockets that are to be used with stripped nuts. Each socket has a spiral with shard edges, like the barrol of a gun but it gets smaller, it will bite onto the nut and you can finally get it off. They come in a blue box with yellow writing, I cant remember the name of the company who makes them but they are a great invention.

Good luck!!

japslapsilvia · 11-13-2008, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 240sxvaj

wouldnt that cut my frame a little?

the motor mount is pissing me off

no when u put the blade in u can angle it towards the mount and it will only remove a little paint from the cross member. depending on how stripped the nut is. this will be the easiest way to remove it.

CoreyD · 11-15-2008, 07:34 AM

It seems as everyone has had this problem. I even used a swivel. But mine was rusted like a mofo. anyway, just cut it.

240sxvaj · 11-16-2008, 03:14 PM

alright so i got that peice of shit motor mount out.

now its just engine bay clean up and then motor install

thanks for all the help guys!

11-13-2008, 02:11 AM	#1
240sxvaj Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: So-Cal! Age: 31 Posts: 2,192 Trader Rating: (38) Feedback Score: 38 reviews	stock engine mount trouble HELP! alright so i got into a little trouble when i was trying to take out my stock engine mount. i strip the screws that was on the engine mounts and now i dont know what else to do besides cutting it but then was too afraid because i might mess up my frame since it was on so tight. has anyone ran through this problem before? what should i do now? HELP!

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projectRDM Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta Age: 47 Posts: 13,812 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	There are no screws on the engine mount. If the nut is stripped, cut it off, you don't have any other choice. Next time get a swivel socket like discussed on here a million times, that lower nut always strip if removed improperly. __________________ FORMERLY R240NA Learn what's really going on and protect your assets now before they're gone forever: www.paypalsucks.com

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MrFairlady Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fascination Street,N.C Age: 42 Posts: 1,701 Trader Rating: (31) Rides Gallery: MrFairlady Feedback Score: 31 reviews	yes that is def a weekend Killer. My buddy did that and advised me when I did my swap to just always take that side off from the top. Granted I have Sxwivel sockets now,..but didn't @ the time of my swap. Good luck sir,....My Buddy is in my brain right now echo'ing - "Beeeeee Carefull,..carefull,carefull" __________________ z-tERty-2

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11-13-2008, 03:57 PM	#8
Ineedparts Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Wichita Ks Age: 34 Posts: 449 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I had the axact same problem!! I know how frustrated you must be. I went to auto-zone and picked up a set of sockets that are to be used with stripped nuts. Each socket has a spiral with shard edges, like the barrol of a gun but it gets smaller, it will bite onto the nut and you can finally get it off. They come in a blue box with yellow writing, I cant remember the name of the company who makes them but they are a great invention. Good luck!!

11-15-2008, 07:34 AM	#10
CoreyD Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bowling Green, Ohio Age: 29 Posts: 1 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It seems as everyone has had this problem. I even used a swivel. But mine was rusted like a mofo. anyway, just cut it.

11-16-2008, 03:14 PM	#11
240sxvaj Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: So-Cal! Age: 31 Posts: 2,192 Trader Rating: (38) Feedback Score: 38 reviews	alright so i got that peice of shit motor mount out. now its just engine bay clean up and then motor install thanks for all the help guys!