Originally Posted by OldTires

But if you break one of the cross member studs like I did, it becomes a much longer task. Or if the old mount was collapsed, you may need to leverage the transmission back into the original position.

Wish I could wrench as fast as some of the more experienced members here.

OP, take note that the motor mounts also affect the transmission mount and should be replaced at the same time.

Originally Posted by MWMahoneyJr

Yeah, totally be prepared (or be prepared to adapt) to drill out a broken bolt and tap in new threads. Pretty standard - get used to it.

Originally Posted by XJeepCheep

I just changed my mount and both of the bolts to the trans were gone! I put new ones in and they seemed to hold. Looks like a remanufactured trans so maybe they were never there. Also the engine mounts look shot so that's on the list.