I know the feeling about doing it right Ryan. We only want to do the job once and we want to get it right. It seems I always run in to problems and end up redoing something here and there. I have to learn from my mistakes.
 
As far as getting the frame mounts off the frame. It is a tight squeeze to get them off. But you can do it. I did it, so I know you can. It was actually harder to put them back on then it was to get them off. Everything is harder to back together then it is to tear apart. Have you found your new frame mounts yet? That was a trick too. I had to get my frame mounts from a buddy of mine that had an extra set. Good luck on finding yours. When I compared the 350 or 454 mounts to the 307 mounts, the 307 mounts were a lot taller.
 
Are you going to do a frame off restoration? That's a big job. Once you tear it down that far it won't have any problem getting your frame mounts off and on.
 
I have never done a frame off restoration and I have never chemical dipped a frame. But I have used POR15. I like POR15 OK on some small things. Battery trays, etc. I brushed my frame with POR15 but after looking back I probably should of sprayed it on. I think it has a think look to it and I don't like it as much. Also you have to get anything you paint real clean before you use POR15 or it won't stick. It will peal right off after it dries. That's why I like to use POR15 on small things that can be cleaned real good. If you can chemical strip your frame and spray on POR 15 you should look real good and it should stick real good too.
 
Good luck Ryan,
It sounds like you have a big project on your hands.
Take your time and it will turn out real nice.
 
Keep on Chevelleing!
 
Brent Hardin
Wichita Area Chevelle Owners
 
 
 
 
 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 8:22 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Motor Mounts

Brent Thank you for your info.  I have come to the conclusion that they will have to be changed.  I was wondering what was the best way to get those off of the frame.  It looks to be difficult.  Also, I was wondering if you or anybody out there has chemical dipped their frame?  I was considering just sandblasting it but I need to do some research on both.  I have read that many people recomend using POR-15 on the cleaned frame.  Have you or anybody used it?  Do you recomend it?  Anyway, thank you for your help and sorry for so many questions but this is my first resto and I want to do it right. 
 
Thanks again
Ryan

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