Mazda Repair: miata stabilizer bar, aluminum channel, aluminum block

Question
i am trying to drop the transmission on my 97 miata and i can't get the stabilizer bar that runs from the transmissions to the back of the car off i took out all the bolts and it will come off at the front but i cant get it off at the back if you had any advice i would appreciate it thanks

Answer
I assume you mean the Power Plant Frame (PPF).  The aluminum channel that connects your transmission to your differential.

You'll need a air hammer with blunt chisel head to remove the PPF/Differential alignment bushing, located at the differential front bolt position.

Thread the two rear bolts back into place several threads (not tight) (differential side not transmission side).  Strike the bolt heads upwards and dislodge the threaded collets that tread into their seats atop the PPF.  Above the differential and under the PPF is an aluminum block spacer (about 3 inches long).  You'll need to lift the PPF and transmission slightly to allow for removal of this block.  Afterwards you'll have a much easier time manipulating the PPF out and securing it to the side so the transmission can come out.  Tip, secure the PPF as far forward as possible to allow slack in the power cables.

Note:  Put the PPF back on the transmission side before attempting the above.

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