A question about motor mounts.

[Mmagus]

As noted in the other thread Tuffy is getting a refreshing and part of that is new motor mounts. When I look a Pelican I see the 951-375-042-04-OEM has a description that reads "Engine Mount (2 per car, sold individually), 2 year warranty" and a cost of $221.25. So am I understanding correctly that as set will be $442.50?

This leads to another question or two. Why would I not just buy the Billet Aluminum Super Mount, Pair, 924S/944/968 listed there? A set is $270 and they have a lifetime warranty. Anyone have experience with these?

Thanks,
Mark

[CrashBrown]

Mark,

Since I need new motor mounts as well, I have been doing the same research. I was able to take a ride in a 944 that had the solid aluminum mounts and what a difference. I will not be running these in my 924 as the amount of vibration is unacceptable for the amount of street driving I do. Tuffy may be a different story as it sounds like she's close to being put into service as a dedicated track car. I'll check around in my spare parts drawers and see it I have any other items you might be able to use.

Later,

[Mmagus]

Thanks Mark,

I appreciate you taking a peek, and the thoughts.

Fortunately the mounts I listed are not solid. At least it doesn't read that way to me as the descriptions says they have "elastomeric inserts that provides vibration isolation,". I wouldn't want the multiplied vibration factor of the solids even in a dedicated track car lol

Looks like Tuffy may be out the rest of the season.

Mark

[CrashBrown]

Good info Mark. I just might switch to that set of motor mounts if they work out well for you (nice price point). Keep me posted how your refresh project goes.

[Chaoscreature]

I don't know if there is a reason why these wouldn't work but the $34 or $48 mounts seem like a good deal.
951-375-042-04-M253
951-375-042-04-737

[tb911]

Thanks Mark,


Looks like Tuffy may be out the rest of the season.

Mark

The season is only one more event -- will the car be ready for 2012?

[Mmagus]

I don't know if there is a reason why these wouldn't work but the $34 or $48 mounts seem like a good deal.
951-375-042-04-M253
951-375-042-04-737

Because every 944 guru/re-builder/mechanic I have spoken with says that while the cheap ones do indeed fit, they only last between 6 months to a year before failing. They all say, but the expensive ones and don't look back.

Thanks Mark,


Looks like Tuffy may be out the rest of the season.

Mark

The season is only one more event -- will the car be ready for 2012?

He should!

[genikz]

I bought an eBay set for ~$80 three years ago, with no issues. At least 30 events, since it's strictly a track car. They may wear out quick on a street car, but I have to yank the cross member to do rod bearings next year anyway...

Like these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pieces-oem-Qu ... es&vxp=mtr