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Old 09-04-2013, 02:30 PM
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Engine Mount Shims?

I've installed a set of ceramic-coated exhaust headers from Thunderbird Headquarters in my '64. Although the fit is as tight as you might imagine, I have contact between the #3 cylinder output and the and the aft portion of the passenger side suspension tower. My thought is a 1/4"-1/2" shim between the motor mount and it's frame plate would solve the issue in the least invasive manner. Any thoughts on this theory? I'm considering cutting a couple of pieces of sidewall from an old truck tire to fit this application by raising the engine slightly to get just a little clearance for the header.
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