Float-A-Motor Problem

[Lona]

Our '31 roadster had a vibration problem I felt was related to the motor mounts. It has FAM mounts which were installed over 20 yrs ago and the rubber was hard. Removing the old doughnuts, I found the top ones to be the same thickness as the replacements but the bottom ones were only half as thick. Saw marks on the lowers indicated they had been cut down but I can't understand why because there was no problem installing the new thick ones.

In order to get the hand crank to engage, I had to pull down on the front mount to the point the yolke springs are almost completely compressed and the nut on the center bolt below the cross member is about 1/2" above the cotter pin hole. There was a noticable reduction in vibration after a test drive and I am pleased with the results.

However, something does not seem right with this picture. I am concerned about the alignment of the engine and drive train and the possible stress on the bell housing.

Has anyone else had this problem and, if so, how was it corrected? Should I be concerned or just leave it how it is?

Glen