Correct way to chain engine down???

[Mean Gene]

I was at the local strip last weekend and broke the drivers side engine mount. I replaced both mounts and would like to know the "correct" proceedure for chaining the engine to prevent this from happening again.

[Jacksdad]

I was looking into getting a torque strap from Schumacher as I've had a couple of mounts let go. It looks like a nice piece for $65 plus shipping.

http://www.engine-swaps.com/

[ehostler]

This is just about the best way that I have found.

http://www.moparchat.com/forums/atta...achmentid=5224

It would be better if the cable was a little shorter and connected from the K member mount to motor mount ear 2 instead of motor mount ear 1. As it stands, it works great. It's also near impossible to see, unless you are looking for it.

[brent vendsel]

hmmm, that picture looks just like whats on my 69 300's 440. one less thing i'll have to buy from shumacher's!

[FC7GTX]

Originally Posted by Jacksdad

I was looking into getting a torque strap from Schumacher as I've had a couple of mounts let go. It looks like a nice piece for $65 plus shipping.

http://www.engine-swaps.com/

I'm running their torque strap. Had it about 2 years now. Solid design, looks good and works great. Worth the cash if chains aren't your bag.

[ehostler]

The Schumaker thing stands out like a sore thumb. The strap that I am using can't be seen, unless you are looking for it. As it stands, the motor mount was broken, before the strap was installed. I still haven't had a chance to get in there and replace the broken mount. The strap has withstood all of the abuse that I have thrown at it, with the 440.

Also, it only ran about $5 in parts...

[pishta]

What is that made of? Looks like a 1/4" cable with a washer welded to one end? How about spherical rod ends on a turnbuckle, would that be too ridged?

[ehostler]

I believe it is about ¼" cable. The eylets are crimped on.

I like this better than the rods and turnbuckle, as it allows the motor mount to cushion the engine vibrations. I would think that the rods and turnbuckle would be about the same as a solid motor moun

[ehostler]

Here's a crop of the eyelet.

[bbeckwith]

for what it's worth, the Schumaker torque strap is bulletproof, and attractive looking as well in my humble opinion, well worth the money, however, Ed's setup is good too and cost effective. 6 in one hand and half a dozen in the other.

[70Barracuda]

I have solid mounts for 25 years now.

[aus426]

im yet to have any mounts, as Im hopefully building a strong 451 Stroker for my First Car

[zij576ca]

I just use a chain with a turnbuckle...

Ain't purdy, but it works. Have yet to brake a motor mount.

[flipper35]

The only problem with a chain is that they stretch. I switched from a chain to two rods on the bellhousing like a mid-plate.

[bigiron]

Is that a manufactured cable or home grown?? Looks perfect for many of my projects... If manufactured, where did you get it?

I have a Schumacher setup on my Hemi car, it works, but that car was setup to do nothing but be intimidating.... I would like to be a little more inconspicous on some of my rides...

[zij576ca]

Originally Posted by flipper35

The only problem with a chain is that they stretch. I switched from a chain to two rods on the bellhousing like a mid-plate.

Which is the reason for the turnbuckle. I keep things tight by cranking down on the buckle. When the chain is stretched beyond what I'm happy with, or I can't turn the buckle anymore, I replace the chain. I tried tying down the engine/trans at the bellhousing; after breaking 2 tranny cases, I went back to something I know works (for me, anyway)

bigiron, it's a home grown solution. I got all of the parts at my local hardware store.

[flipper35]

I don't think mine should be a problem since the bolts go into the back of the block. I used them there because the transmission crossmember was getting twisted out of shape.

One thing you guys will find whether you use a torque strap or chain is that the throttle response is much better. With the solid mount the throttle response will work on the gas and when you let off. Made my car a completely different animal on a road course.