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1997 Eagle Talon Repair Question


Topics covered: Clunking, Engine, Engine mount.
Mileage: 85,000 miles.

Asked on July 18, 2012

Are my motor mounts broke?

I had my motor mounts changed within the past year. I had a really bad clunking problem when I shift into drive and reverse. Also some times my car shifts hard when accelerating. I was told I needed mounts so I had them replaced. The clunking didn't stop, but got a little better. So I assumed it was something else. Well yesterday I had someone shift between drive and reverse so I could watch the engine. My driverside top engine mount moved far enough it hit the frame, which is about 4 inches at least. Now maybe I am wrong, but that doesn't seem normal. Is it possible I had the mounts changed and my new ones were bad too this whole time?! One of the other mounts I could see moved pretty good too, but not as bad as this top one.
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Replied on July 18, 2012

are you sure that mount was changed??? does it look new???

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on July 18, 2012

I can't say for sure. It looked new and shiny when i got the car back. However, I found several chips all over that kind of bothered me at the time. By your reaction I assume I am right that that is not normal?

Tiny Response from cstaff25
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Replied on July 18, 2012

correct. i would return to the shop and show him what is going on

Roy

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Replied on July 18, 2012

Thank you Mr. Roy for your time.

Tiny Response from cstaff25
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Replied on July 18, 2012

good luck

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