2002 Z24 Motor Mount trouble

Hello all,

I'm replacing the motor mount on my 2002 Cav 2.4 and I'm having a hell of a time getting the factory rubber mount out. It seems like it's welded because unlike the other cars I've seen there's no bolts on the bottom side.

So being the frustrated person that I am I had the bright idea of drilling it off (and after watching a YouTube video). Now I have a BUNCH of holes in the original mount and still cant get this thing off. How in the world is this thing on there? I love a challenge but I think I bit off more than I was willing to with this thing.

Any help would be appreciated.

PS:
The Chilton Manual was of NO help surprisingly.

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