Curtis BrooksSr

Can holes be drlled in a 2004-06 subframe for transmission mount to allow it to be used in a 2007 tl?

thoiboi

Why would you purposefully do that and potentially cause premature failure?

Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market


Just buy the proper subframe

horseshoez

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I second this notion; no need to try and push a square peg into a round hole.

ttribe

MODERATOR NOTE: Thread moved to model specific forum.

Curtis BrooksSr

To save $400

gatrhumpy

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And then spend a hell of a lot more on problems down the road. Trust us, get the right parts.

horseshoez

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Penny wise, pound foolish.

thoiboi

I direct you back to that site.. Found subframes from between 500-800 bucks.. same price range as the 04-06 ones.


Type in your year and model zip code and pick "Engine Cradle" for the subframe.

csmeance

07 subframe is constructed differently than 04-06 due to different trans as you know. Best thing is to buy the right one, otherwise you'll have issues with alignment and such later on.

Curtis BrooksSr

I listened

zeta

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If you DIY, you'll need something like this to help stabilize the engine while you swap out the cradle.

thoiboi

since you're replacing the subframe, it'd be a great time to replace both engine mounts too

horseshoez

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Both? Hmmm, my car has three engine mounts and three more transmission mounts.

thoiboi

both as in the front and rear ones that are accessed from the rear of the car and connected to the subframe.


Then there's the side engine mount located on the top but that isn't attached to the subframe and why i didn't mention it

Unless I'm mistaken..

horseshoez

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No, not mistaken, I just figured, if someone is going to change two, might as well change all of them.

Curtis BrooksSr

Replacing all mounts, lower and upper. Bushings as well. One sway bar link was also broken

Curtis BrooksSr

thoiboi

zeta

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^^
Gotta love Harbor Freight! They come in handy in a pinch. Sucks, though, that you have to work in the street.

Curtis BrooksSr

Had to, got two more projects in the driveway. Subframe bolted in, will finish tomorrow. Coilovers next week.

peter6

Wait... you put that thing on the fenders? No fucks given I see

thoiboi

poor car

Jackass

I agree with the fender isn't the best place to put that load, but look the condition of the front end. This looks like a daily commuter it just needs to run type car. Everyone has a different need/reason for a car. Guessing this car is beyond being a "pretty" car and the owner just needs it to stay functional to get around.

To the OP....the fender has no load bearing capability. That mount "should" be sitting on the strut towers, not the fender.

Curtis BrooksSr

Did end up moving the bar to the strut tower, new fenders are already in the plans