The engine saga begins

[Doug&Deb]

Took my spare engine parts to the machine shop today. Since racing season is about to start it may be a while but no problem. This will be my first engine rebuild so I’m looking forward to the experience.

[Doug&Deb]

Two questions. What is the name of the vendor that rebuilds clutches? Also my front motor mount rubber is separated from the steel part. Any suggestions?

[Sniper]

 

[Sniper]

As for the motor mount, Steele Rubber wil redo your old one, pricey.

 

Rock Auto shows three choices, for a lot less.  Probably good enough to last until you get your original back from Steele, lol.

 

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/dodge,1952,coronet,3.8l+230cid+l6,1331749,engine,motor+mount,5552

[rallyace]

Those parts are readily available from multiple sources. Try Rock Auto, Andy Bernbaum, Roberts, Egge, and a host of others. The motor mount should be under $25 and about $250 for a clutch,  pressure plate, and throw out bearing.

[TodFitch]

Then and Now Automotive (a.k.a. Antique Auto Parts Cellar) may be a better option for revulcanizing your engine mount than Steele. Though I think the mounts for the 1950s era are still available off the shelf.

 

Don’t rule out your local better auto supply. They still have many of the mechanical parts needed for your car. They may not have the usage information in their computer which is why I have a parts cross reference on my website. And they may need to order from the local warehouse (I usually call them in the morning and they will have it that afternoon).

[MarcDeSoto]

Beware of cheap motor mounts.  The ones from Rock Auto, AB, and others are Rock hard!  Chrysler designed these mounts to be soft and pliable to absorb vibration.  Rock hard mounts negate that.  If you can't push the rubber in about a quarter of an inch, it's too firm.