When I changed the belts on my '55 I didn't have this problem. It sounds like
you may be right in that the mounts may have collapsed.
Paul
In a message dated 3/6/2004 10:23:52 PM Eastern Standard Time,
jdfahnestock@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
> All,
> I am working on getting the 55 running after sitting for about 15 years.
>While removing the three belts off of the front of the engine I found that
>there is insufficient clearance between the crankshaft pulley and the front
>cross member to get the belts off (forward). There is clearance, but just not
>enough for the belts. I don't know what the clearance should be, but assume
>that it should be more than what it is. I assume this indicates the engine
>mounts need replaced.
> Has anyone had a similar problem and if so what was the cause?
>
> Thanks,
> John
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