SBC Motor Mounts

[mikester]

This might seem like a strange question but do most of the right side mounts that are on the block have the built in or caged nut ? I know its there because of the fuel pump but I just wondered if theyre all like that ?

 

[Dayzedandkonfuzed]

Can't all be like that, I've never had one with a caged nut

 

[mikester]

Can't all be like that, I've never had one with a caged nut

The SB in my 81 had one. Not sure if it was original. Great idea from GM though. Ive got regular mounts on the crate motor for my wagon. I wonder what years/motors came with them.

 

[pagrunt]

Think it was the luck of the draw for it.

 

[565bbchevy]

I just installed a SBC in my Regal a few weeks ago and neither clamshell had a nut, as far as engine mounts IMO I would rather be able to tap a bolt through the mount from the front and put a nut on it than have any issues getting a bolt started on a welded nut and if I am running a mechanical fuel pump like the Regal is I put it on afterwards.

 

[TURNA]

Never seen a Chevy with a welded on or a cage nut. Pontiac yes but never a Chevy

 

[pagrunt]

They are out there but I've seen them mostly on trucks.