Gearbox Mount

Another job which I have bought forward is the fitment of the gearbox mount, realising that whilst panels are off accessibility to the bottom of the transmission tunnel will be easier.

The gearbox mount was sourced from GBS however it does require some trimming and holes re-drilling before final fitment can commence.

Simple process to mark up using masking tape where the lugs need trimming back and sawing off with a hacksaw.

New holes need to be drilled (8mm) and these were marked onto the masked tape with a black marker pen being conscious to ensure the mount is sat as central as possible in the aperture (although note, not unduly critical reading other blogs and GBS own advice).

A Pedestal drill is the best solution for drilling the holes and my father came to my rescue assisting with the drilling of the holes.

Once drilled and tidied up the mount is located from underneath the chassis and fixed in place with 8mm hex bolts and nyloc nuts.