Trouble installing dogbone transmission mount
 

I plan on doing all three mounts, but I want to start with the one that broke off completely. Trouble is, the holes aren't even close to lining up.

I have the front up on ramps for gravity to help and there's still so much resistance in it swinging back toward the frame mount.

I've included a picture to show the alignment with the bolts hand tightened in place on the transmission.

I used a jack underneath the transmission but it pretty much lifts the whole car when used.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/volkswa...3dc442b841.jpg

What am I doing wrong? I'm trying to avoid getting preyed upon by opportunistic mechanics when it's clearly something simple and stupid that I'm failing to do.

Thanks.

[Edit: Today is 5/30/25 when, over two years later, I was notified this post was finally approved for viewing on the forum, lol. Turns out I had needed only to put the transmission in neutral so it could swing freely. That was it. Hope this helps any future users encountering the same problem who see this.]