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Old Jan 12, 2020 | 11:46 AM
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Hey how’s it going I’m having trouble installing the passenger side motor mount on my 00 xj anyone have any tips to get the bolt holes lined up the motor need to move up about 3/8 of a inch
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Old Jan 12, 2020 | 12:24 PM
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the other motor mount is still loose?

the trans mount loose?

if not, loosen those
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Old Jan 12, 2020 | 05:10 PM
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As mentioned above and also use a screwdriver on one side of the hole to help manipulate the alignment while sliding the bolt in from the other side.
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Old Jan 12, 2020 | 07:15 PM
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Use a jack with 2x4 under the engine to lift it up.
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