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Old 02-20-2009, 04:12 PM
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What you've done is create almost a solid motor mount. That's going to transfer a lot of vibration to the frame, and put stress on the head bolt.

Motor movement and torn mounts are a common problem with drag racers; has been for decades. The answer is essentially what you've done, except with a chain and turnbuckle. That allows a little slack for normal movements to prevent excessive vibration. But it will tighten up when under a load and prevent too much movement. Cover the chain with a piece of rubber hose and it will look good and not rattle.
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