Engine Jack Points

[wiprotege5]

Well, tomorrow I plan on replacing the front motor mount on the P5. I could go borrow a buddy's engine hoist, but its kinda a pain to move it.

Where and what can you use to jack the motor up to change the front motor mount. I saw two potential spots that include two points that stick out from the bottom of the motor and a round hole in the frame.

 

[808MP5]

should try using the search feature... this has been discussed before
no engine hoist neccessary...
just use a regular jack and a block of wood to support the motor... from either under the transmission or oil pan

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123729340

 

[wiprotege5]

Place a jack under the oil pan, isn't that a big no-no?

 

[808MP5]

your not lifting the motor... your just supporting it... should be fine with a block of wood

 

[MazdaSpeeder]

Didn't use wood between the jack and oil pan when I did it, and dented the pan a little. Not good. You'll be fine using the jack for the front, but I would get a hoist if you're doing the sides...it's just easier.

 

[goodfornothing]

Awesome sauce. I ordered a Medieval Mortorsports front mount and it should be on it's way. I have to buy a jack though .