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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 01:46 PM
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hey i just picked up a t-case lowering kit and in the instructions it says i have to loosen the motor mounts? is this actually necessary?
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 01:51 PM
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No.

Support cross member with a jack, remove 4 bolts, add super cool spacers, replace with longer 4 bolts, remove jack and vibe down the road.
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 01:55 PM
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alright thats what i figured i just wanted to confirm it to be sure

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... and vibe down the road.
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They suggest that because the t-case lowering kit changes the angle on the motor mounts, if you're lucky it'll make them wear faster too.
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so are you saying i should loosen them a little bit?
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so are you saying i should loosen them a little bit?
no .
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