Mine are not too bad. Just starting to notice more movement. I did the rear mount a few years ago because of how easy it is. The main two are a bear.

 

Got my tool yesterday. Hook up was pretty straight forward.
Question: I can see where the power steering rack is connected to the engine support cradle.
Did you loosen/unhook the power steering rack before you undid the four engine support bolts?

 

Yes I did remove the 4 bolts holding up the p/s rack

 

Thanks. I was doing this mostly cause I wanted to fix my leaky oil pan gasket. BUT I think I should hold off til I get some new motor mounts as well.

My fear is that If I support the engine from above and lower the engine cradle (after removing the four motor mount bolts first), that my engine mounts might be busted and come apart when I lower the engine cradle. Is my fear warranted?

 

Just power brake the car in forward and reverse with the hood open to see if you have engine movement. Btw don't forget to put on the e brake for safety.

 

so I've been researching the engine and transmission mount location all over with noo help..anyone got a walk through process

 

Decided to bump this very old thread. I paid someone to install my oem motor and transmission mounts today. Holy **** .... night and day difference in the smoothness of the ride. Lastly, I can confirm that our motor mounts have hydraulic fluid in it.

 

All, I was able to get the motor mounts swapped a few weekends back.

Probably ~3 hours from start to finish. I discovered a much easier way to get these out than dropping the subframe. I had to slide the alternator and AC compressor forward, then access was easy.

I made a video and posted it on my youtube channel "Nolan Motorsports" and the video is called "Lexus GS Motor Mount Replacement - Lexus GS400 (1UZ-FE)".

No special tools were required.

-Tim

 

I don't know if it applies with the clearance but I often hammer on the wrench to get bolts loose