V1 Matt3458's Daily Goblin - 2006 SS/SC #480

[Ross]

The DF rear transmission mount will spread the load over 3 bolts, so you should be good, even with one damaged bolt hole.

 

[comegetjoe]

The DF rear transmission mount will spread the load over 3 bolts, so you should be good, even with one damaged bolt hole.
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Sorta looks like one bolt hole is broken, one is jb welded or was possibly stripped? And idk about the bottom one.

 

[Gtstorey]

Sorta looks like one bolt hole is broken, one is jb welded or was possibly stripped? And idk about the bottom one.

It does look like JB weld. That one may need to be tapped larger, or it looks like it might be possible on that one to put a through bolt with a nut on it.

 

[Ross]

Maybe use a Helicoil insert?

 

[Rttoys]

The correct answer is “it needs replacing so you have a proper mount”

now that’s out of the way, I agree with the others. That second hole has been stripped, jb welded and or anti seize of som sort. I would tap it to the next size up (meteoric or standard) or heli-coil it. Then add a sticker over the broken one so no one on the interwebs will give you Hell.

 

[ah.b.normal]

It's always something...

How important would you say the transmission mount is?

I'm going to fall back on "Bean Counter", designer/engineer's minimums. "IF" the maker could have turned out this product with less bolts, they probably would have! It's just a "thing" Manufacturers do. Generally finished products do not have superfluous fasteners, to minimize cost and assembly time the minimum number of fasteners is used in construction. Sadly, IMO, that transmission case is no longer viable and it's eventual failure due to being damaged will likely cause even more damage to the entire machine............ (Renault Autos had wheels with three lug nuts because two was too few to be reliable and four was just extra cost in their minds. My personal minimum for wheel lugs is 4, and 5 is better in my book, or a big splined hub.)....... When/If that trans mount fails(I believe shifting the powertrain "down" but direction is likely not relevant) the powertrain will move and the half shafts will be damaged......... Though I believe that housing could be welded to correct both of the problem/damaged spots, if you can find the right technician. Welding, when completed, can be much larger(messy-er) than original because space around these bolts is not a concern. BUT a used replacement(F35) trans is likely your lowest cost VS reliability option.

 

[Matt3458]

Any tips on why I can't get this retaining clip back in? I'm quickly running out of patience and it just won't snap in

 

[comegetjoe]

Any tips on why I can't get this retaining clip back in? I'm quickly running out of patience and it just won't snap in

Isn't that already clipped in? That little part hanging out is so you can grab it. If its not snapping in and holding, you might need a new clip. Its a problem I had on my build.

 

[Matt3458]

It's brand new, I just can't get the prongs in the right spot or something. Should seat pretty flush

 

[comegetjoe]

It's brand new, I just can't get the prongs in the right spot or something. Should seat pretty flush

You may have to bend/massage my clutch line on the chassis to get it to line up.

 

[Ross]

Are you putting that clip in the right way?
It looks like you are 90 degrees off. Don't put the clip in the cut slots, put it around them.

 

[Markm]

Install the clip on the metal part. It should quick connect together

 

[Matt3458]

Are you putting that clip in the right way?
It looks like you are 90 degrees off. Don't put the clip in the cut slots, put it around them.

Dang, that's probably it. I already bent the clip, so we'll see if a new one works better.

 

[Matt3458]

Are you putting that clip in the right way?
It looks like you are 90 degrees off. Don't put the clip in the cut slots, put it around them.

That was exactly it. Thankful I had the old clip from the original block.

 

[Rttoys]

Pro tip
if that pops off while you are on the road. It is possible to drive home in 3rd gear. I got that t shirt.

 

[comegetjoe]

Pro tip
if that pops off while you are on the road. It is possible to drive home in 3rd gear. I got that t shirt.

Why not row the gears clutchless? Start the car once with the clutch switch and starter to get you going and then you can clutchless shift no problem.

 

[Rttoys]

Why not row the gears clutchless? Start the car once with the clutch switch and starter to get you going and then you can clutchless shift no problem.

I did a little bit. I could somewhat go 2 to 3, but 3 to 4 was fairly easy. It wasn’t easy, due to the cables and such, I’m assuming. So I just started the car in 3rd ran that and 4th sometimes. I was on back roads about 7-10 miles out and 5 stops to make. If I remember right, I think I even took a longer route to avoid one stop.

 

[Rauq]

For anyone installing/reinstalling the clutch elbow connector, make sure that the seal is on the clutch pipe before you install the elbow (just like you have pictured here). There is a risk that it doesn't seal, if the seal is in the clutch elbow when you seat it on the clutch pipe. On the clutch pipe, OK. In the clutch elbow, NOT OK. Also, double check there's not an extra seal inside the clutch elbow!

 

[Matt3458]

For anyone installing/reinstalling the clutch elbow connector, make sure that the seal is on the clutch pipe before you install the elbow (just like you have pictured here). There is a risk that it doesn't seal, if the seal is in the clutch elbow when you seat it on the clutch pipe. On the clutch pipe, OK. In the clutch elbow, NOT OK. Also, double check there's not an extra seal inside the clutch elbow!

This is exactly why I had to replace it. Damaged it during teardown because I didn't know how it came apart.

 

[Matt3458]

Can someone confirm if these brake fittings are tightened enough? I know I stopped when it got real tough. I don't want to over tighten, but I'd rather prevent leaks if I can help it.