1995 840 Engine Mounts Fun Fun Fun

[mcat911]

Decided to tackle the shot engine mounts today. Not going to plan currently..
Top nuts will not undo-at all..

Managed to release the bottom ones on each and lift engine with a jack and 4x2. Just about got the mounts out, however the top nuts and studs are firmly stuck (mounts fell apart).

I'm having a cup of tea before I cut them off from underneath, unless anyone has a 'ninja' method of releasing the nuts? They're beginning to round off, so I think I'm stuffed It's really tight in there.

Mick

[rcrad6653]

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...+engine+mounts

[Mike in CT]

As pointed out in the link above, I also used a 24" extension with a universal. Also on an 840. It is tough due to the large angle. Suggest you use a new 6 point socket. The stud from the mount does come up a ways through the nut, so make sure the socket is fully seated on the nut.

Good luck Mick.

[mcat911]

Thanks guys, I had already read the topic and also got the 24 inch extension. I'll take another look in the morning, then.... The transmission mounts, which look a lot easier

[Timm]

I can't help with the engine mounts, but I can with the transmission mounts:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?t=1624113

[mcat911]

Thanks Tim, always on your site

[Timm]

My pleasure, just noticed that the procedure wasn't on my site - now added!

[sctttoth]

TIMM, i have a 95 840Ci. Do you have a DIY on replacing the valve cover gaskets for the M60? I found a link to replace gaskets on M62 E38 http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/124059. Is it safe to say the process would be the same?

[IcemanBHE]

Yes. Same procedure. Your 4 radiator end valve cover bolts may be different looking/style though.

[sctttoth]

thank you.