I'm attempting to put the cross member in the car WHILE the trans is in the car. Is this possible? Do I need to remover the trans, mount the cross member while free, then slide the trans in over it? The problem I 'm having is getting the rubber do-dahs into the metal retainer and in place.
Put a floor jack under the tail and gently lift the back of the transmission up until it clears. Then slide the cross member into place and assemble the rubber doo-dahs, and brackets. Put the bolts into the mount a few threads and lower the jack.
Yep. Like Larry said. Just jack up a little at a time while you check that the bolts line up. Keep all the bolts loose until you get them all (trans and frame) started. I made the mistake of putting mine in backwards at first. Be sure to check orientation.
OH, the cross member. Yeah, that is one way only. I thought you were talking about the little end clamps and rubber isolaters.
