>In a message dated 3/8/99 1:26:07 PM SA Eastern Standard Time,
>warren_p@ls3p.com writes:
>
>> Started project two, the engine transplant of a 72 roadster and found
the
>> rubber gearbox mounts appeared melted, so much so, that I had to cut
them
>> away with an x-acto to remove the bolts. Is it possible that they
received
>> that much heat and if so, wouldn't the gearbox be toast? Could
gasoline or
>> oil have caused this? The gearbox is covered in oil.
>>
>
Judging from the number of posts, this seems to be a widespread
phenomenon in need of explanation. I bought a used crossmember once (when
I changed trannies) and the rubber mounts were melted, also. All the
grease/dirt/oil gunk on the underside was all burnt looking, too, so that
I assumed the donor car had caught on fire. Now, I wonder...
--
Max Heim
'66 MGB
runs great, looks scabrous
mountain View CA
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