Motor Mounts -- Why the price range?
12-24-11, 09:03 PM
#26
You couldn't pay me to put poly mounts in my car. Some people are able to cope with the vibrations. They gradually become numb over time, and don't notice it any more. Most of them are young ........... and don't know any better.
The only real use for them (IMO) is in a dedicated track car.
That's why we're here
The only real use for them (IMO) is in a dedicated track car.That's why we're here
And I'm probably older than you.
12-24-11, 09:13 PM
#27
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There are many poly options out there, and not all are created equal. I've had a similar experience with one kind of poly mount that rattled my teeth.... switched to another brand of poly mounts and problem solved
12-24-11, 11:10 PM
#28
Gotta disagree Adam. I switched directly from OEM to Noltecs. I think I'm pretty sensitive to things like that. But objectively I can't find any difference in NVH, yet my engine stays put and the shifter doesn't move like a spoon in jello. I think their advantage is in design but about 1/3 the cost of OEM.
And I'm probably older than you.
And I'm probably older than you.
You might be older than me. Maybe not!!! ........... PM me. Us old folks have to have some secrets
12-24-11, 11:14 PM
#29
The problem here is that you're basing your comments off of one car with one specific set of mounts.
There are many poly options out there, and not all are created equal. I've had a similar experience with one kind of poly mount that rattled my teeth.... switched to another brand of poly mounts and problem solved
There are many poly options out there, and not all are created equal. I've had a similar experience with one kind of poly mount that rattled my teeth.... switched to another brand of poly mounts and problem solved
Personally, my 94 shifts very nicely with oem mounts. Not sloppy at all. The drivers mount was replaced about 5 years ago, with oem, and wasn't that expensive.
12-25-11, 08:56 AM
#30
Your right though, to be fair I didn't replace good OEM with Noltecs. But still, if you drove my car I think you'd admit there's no real difference in NVH between the two.
I'm with you that OEM is often the best option...for old folks. But in this case I've been happy. They've really made progress in durometer and design for aftermarket mounts since the days of hockey pucks and drilling holes in blocks of aluminum.
And Merry Christmas to everyone.
12-25-11, 09:35 AM
#31
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Plus's and minus's to everything. Mazda comp mounts are the way to go if you need stiffness but not sure if they're still made.
Like stock mounts the poly mounts also fall apart especially when soaking in oil.
I'm also a firm believer in transferring some of the pulses or torque to a bushing if everything is solid it's hell on the drive line, PPF etc..... not to mention how it can make your *** feel.
PS I've probably pulled out 10 engines in the last 3 years most had aftermarket mounts of one kind or another and only few were in good condition the rest went in the trash can.
Like stock mounts the poly mounts also fall apart especially when soaking in oil.
I'm also a firm believer in transferring some of the pulses or torque to a bushing if everything is solid it's hell on the drive line, PPF etc..... not to mention how it can make your *** feel.
PS I've probably pulled out 10 engines in the last 3 years most had aftermarket mounts of one kind or another and only few were in good condition the rest went in the trash can.
12-25-11, 02:46 PM
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^^If you use the heat shield on the turbo side mount and keep them oil free, the poly ones will provide a long service life..... and I've pulled out many more engines that than in the last decade big Fritzy
12-25-11, 03:43 PM
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I've pulled 4 in the last 3 months getting rid of these rollers.I seriously wouldn't be surprised if I've pulled more than some full time mechanics over the last decade lol.
It's all just one opinion over another but stock mounts are good, the AST is good, the radiator is good. Nothing last forever. I've seen leaky aluminum rads, leaky aluminum ASTs and lots and lots of very bad poly mounts which is why I won't use them until somebody figures out a better way to make them, hell I don't have problem with the OEM solenoid hoses and cheap silicone hoses are the worst.......... etc......
12-26-11, 07:06 PM
#34
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I seriously think you should open up a shop man! Keep the day job on Georgetown Rd. going, and do track prep for enthusiasts on the side! You've certainly got the know-how and space out past you is very affordable...
