08-05-2003, 07:41 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Livermore,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #629, BBM Side Oiler Block, 482ci, Richmond 5 speed
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Torque Straps?
Well, I now have almost 1000 miles on my 428. As a result I don't have to baby it quite as much as I did during break in. Now that I'm able to get on it a bit every now and then, I've noticed rub marks on the top of the left side pipe and the bottom of the right side pipe (right where the side pipes exit the body). The engine torque is causing the motor to twist enough to allow the side pipes to hit the cutout openings. The gap between the sidepipe and the cutout it about 1 inch. At first I thought the motor mounts weren't tight, but I checked them and they are. The engine is also sitting level. Bob, I have the rubber motor mounts that I purchased from ERA. Do you recommend switching to a solid type motor mount? I'm also considering adding a torque strap. Any suggestions or recommendations?
Chris
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