I think my DP is rubbing the frame?
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I think my DP is rubbing the frame?
I just installed my "M2 Style" SS DP, which does appear exactly like the pics of the M2.
I noticed when I installed the DP that it was very close to the frame to the side of the engine - maybe 1/8" clearance. When accelerating in 1st, I believe I am getting engine vibration through to the frame.
I know one of my motor mounts needs to be replaced...
Would that solve the problem?
Would a engine torque brace solve the problem?
How much clearance between DP and frame is normal?
Thanks for your advice.
I noticed when I installed the DP that it was very close to the frame to the side of the engine - maybe 1/8" clearance. When accelerating in 1st, I believe I am getting engine vibration through to the frame.
I know one of my motor mounts needs to be replaced...
Would that solve the problem?
Would a engine torque brace solve the problem?
How much clearance between DP and frame is normal?
Thanks for your advice.
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If that is so, then Pettit's DP would be the best fit for clearance issues since it has three bends instead of two. But then you are stuck replacing the studs, uhg.
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The first thing I thought, when I started reading your post, was that you had bad motor mounts. I would certainly replace those soon, regardless of anything else.
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Thanks for the responses so far...
I'm going to check for wear marks to confirm the rubbing (but I'm pretty sure already).
Can replacing motor mounts be a do-it-yourself kind of job?
Any thoughts on the torque brace?
I'm going to check for wear marks to confirm the rubbing (but I'm pretty sure already).
Can replacing motor mounts be a do-it-yourself kind of job?
Any thoughts on the torque brace?
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I just noticed it said M2 "style". Is it the RMS copy or is it from Corksport? Cause if it's from Corksport it "WILL" rub the turbo manifold and the turbo!!! I've sent mine back and still waiting for their reply.
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If it rubs, I would think that the paint on the frame would be burnt off by the high heat of the DP. I have about 1/4" to 1/2" of clearance if I remember correctly. I have an PFS DP that is pretty much like the HKS DP so clearance maybe more than the M2 style DP.
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