Which motor mounts to get?

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Aug 26, 2003 | 02:48 PM

Smoke_Ford

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Which motor mounts to get?

I am yanking my motor and I am wondering what are the best motor mounts to get. Solid, Polyurathane? Stock? Any input would be great.

Aug 26, 2003 | 06:26 PM

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Re: Which motor mounts to get?

I say get the polyurethane ones. I replaced the drivers side mount on my car with an Energy Suspensions one and it helped quite a bit. Another manufacturer makes ones that are specific for LS1's. The one I have I had to modify slightly to fit in the clamshell. Hope this helps.

Aug 26, 2003 | 09:26 PM

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Re: Which motor mounts to get?

Any bad effects to using the poly? Did you get a lot of vibration or anything ?

Aug 27, 2003 | 05:31 PM

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Re: Which motor mounts to get?

If you get solid mounts, it's practically impossible to change out a clutch or TC, since the motor and trans will not tilt back. My vote goes for the polyurethane.

Aug 27, 2003 | 07:41 PM

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Re: Which motor mounts to get?

I agree on the poly mounts. My Prothane mounts have dramatically reduced the amount of engine movement while adding only the slightest vibration if any at all. I would highly recommend doing the poly mounts (even just poly on the driver's side is a large improvement) - they should satisfy most anybody who isn't building a track-only car.