[Troutman]

Originally Posted by Gilles

Troutman, this is how I secured the engine from above with the gearbox removed (to repair a leaking cam cover), replace the front engine mount, etc., it is not very elegant but actually works pretty well

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/69134-removing-transmission-but-still-rolling-car-around.html#post550556

I've seen that before Gilles..I might try that, thanks.

I'm getting a little tool made to screw on to the broken off threads which will act as a drill guide and make sure my pilot hole is centred. I'll post a pick later this week when I get all the stuff to attempt this hideous job.