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Old Sep 23, 2024 | 10:26 PM
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Looking for replacement info for the #1 body mount reinforcement. From what I can see, there isn't a whole lot of info the #1 reinforcement brackets. The mount is rusty and while trying to remove the bolt, the mount separated from the firewall. Rivet heads are still in place, those will have to be removed in order to replace the bracket. Not sure what is behind there, I hope the mounting plate is still there. Car is a 1971

The mount is loose from the firewall, can wiggle back and forth
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Old Sep 24, 2024 | 06:31 AM
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Hard to see what's on the side of that area
If it didn't have factory aircon, then there's a big air vent flap on the side, take that out and you can get a hand in there at the back of the mount ...easy.
If it's an aircon car the flap is not there and access is limited coming in from the base of the windshield, not much good unless your arms are long and flexible.

There is a plate exact same size as the part of the mount that's up against the fibreglass in there. Usually its rusted tightly onto the glass inside.

If it were mine I would seriously consider cutting an access hole on the side and glassing it back when I was finished. Especially if you want original type rivets put back on.
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Thanks for the info. I just want to make a reliable repair, I'm ok with nuts and bolts. I had my hand up there today, I think I can get up there
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