[alfa] Alfetta rear transmission mount

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I have an Alfetta sedan with a torn rubber bushing on the rear transmission mount (aka "silentbloc mounting"?).  This has been diagnosed as the cause of the brief rumble sound I get upon deceleration.  For the repair I am relying on the Workshop manual and a trusted mechanic with lift, etc. but no Alfa-specific tools.  Can the bushing be replaced without entirely removing the transaxle and can a removal/installation tool be fabricated or is the factory tool (A.30413) required?  Is there any other work that should be done at the same time, such as front mounts? And, finally would extended periods with the car on jack stands contribute to the rear mount failure?  

Thanks for the help and for the entertainment.  The digest has become a part of my daily routine since I purchased the Alfetta about a year ago, a time which sadly corresponded with the retirement of my Alfa mechanic - who remains a friend but one I try not to abuse with too many telephone calls asking for help.

David Love
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