Front (subframe) engine cradle

Rogrx7 · 05-17-2010, 11:59 PM

I was just wondering if anyone had problems reinstalling the front subframe and the 4 major bolts not lining up. Some tips and tricks would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

MazdaMike · 05-18-2010, 09:36 AM

Depends, got the motor and tranny in the crade bolted up? You could support the motor from the top with an engine brace. Then the cradle is pretty easy to bolt back in, just put it on a tranny jack and yeah have someone help you line the bolts up.
Your bolts and holes may not be lining up because something is in the way, verify you have nothing in the way before you start prying and hammering.

05-17-2010, 11:59 PM	#1
Rogrx7 The Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0) Posts: 26 Rep Power: 0	Front (subframe) engine cradle I was just wondering if anyone had problems reinstalling the front subframe and the 4 major bolts not lining up. Some tips and tricks would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

05-18-2010, 09:36 AM	#2
MazdaMike S4 Owner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tottenham, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Posts: 48 Rep Power: 0	Depends, got the motor and tranny in the crade bolted up? You could support the motor from the top with an engine brace. Then the cradle is pretty easy to bolt back in, just put it on a tranny jack and yeah have someone help you line the bolts up. Your bolts and holes may not be lining up because something is in the way, verify you have nothing in the way before you start prying and hammering. __________________ 1985 Mazda RX7 GSL 13B, Holley etc 1997 Mazda MX6 LS - DD lowered on 17s