Drivetrain 2002 R53 OEM Engine Upper mount vs TSW
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I just replaced my factory upper mount with an OEM replacement. I got 72000 miles out of the original one. If I have to do it again, I'll probably go to the TSW mount strictly for longevity. The factory upper is hydraulic and will fail eventually. The TSW is a solid mount and will probably be the last one you buy. I'm sure you will have more vibration though.
I just added powerflex engine bushings and have a lot more vibration at idle. IMO it's a great feeling!
Here is the link;
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...orary-fix.html
I just added powerflex engine bushings and have a lot more vibration at idle. IMO it's a great feeling!
Here is the link;
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...orary-fix.html
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No there is a mount for the 02-03.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...1&cat=0&page=1
And we do have these early mounts in stock. Sorry no 05-06 ones in stock.
The early mounts usually wear out and get shorter, rather than just leaking the fluid like the new ones.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...1&cat=0&page=1
And we do have these early mounts in stock. Sorry no 05-06 ones in stock.
The early mounts usually wear out and get shorter, rather than just leaking the fluid like the new ones.
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PS-I hope my lower control arm bushing bracket arrived with the extra bushing? Thanks again. Artoo feels like he is new again.
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CRoth, I'm installing the powerflex engine bushing kit from WayMotorWorks next week. Looking forward to the additional vibes.
Way, thanks for the bushing kit. You rock!
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That's where I got mine from. I have the Powerflex dampener bushings on the way now for my tensioner. Hopefully I'll have them this weekend. My factory tensioner bushings are shot. I have a temporary fix to get me by until they arrive.
Do a search for "temporary fix" and you should see my thread with pictures.
Chad
Do a search for "temporary fix" and you should see my thread with pictures.
Chad
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That's where I got mine from. I have the Powerflex dampener bushings on the way now for my tensioner. Hopefully I'll have them this weekend. My factory tensioner bushings are shot. I have a temporary fix to get me by until they arrive.
Do a search for "temporary fix" and you should see my thread with pictures.
Chad
Do a search for "temporary fix" and you should see my thread with pictures.
Chad
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No there is a mount for the 02-03.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...1&cat=0&page=1
And we do have these early mounts in stock. Sorry no 05-06 ones in stock.
The early mounts usually wear out and get shorter, rather than just leaking the fluid like the new ones.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...1&cat=0&page=1
And we do have these early mounts in stock. Sorry no 05-06 ones in stock.
The early mounts usually wear out and get shorter, rather than just leaking the fluid like the new ones.
Thanks for the correction. I didn't realize they used to have one for the early cars.
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I took the tensioner off to inspect the pully and dampener. I had this idea after I put it back together. LOL
When I put the zip ties on, the tensioner was already re-installed. The zip ties just slipped behind the tensioner bracket from the bottom and connected in the front.
You know, like McGyver would do... LOL
When I put the zip ties on, the tensioner was already re-installed. The zip ties just slipped behind the tensioner bracket from the bottom and connected in the front.
You know, like McGyver would do... LOL
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I have the TSW mount, and it definitely causes vibrations, especially when it is cold outside. I like the way the mount works, but I'd prefer something a little softer that doesn't leak. I heard they may be working on a modified mount with less NVH. If they don't I may try spot drilling this mount and filling in the strategically placed holes with softer silicone.
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I have the TSW mount, and it definitely causes vibrations, especially when it is cold outside. I like the way the mount works, but I'd prefer something a little softer that doesn't leak. I heard they may be working on a modified mount with less NVH. If they don't I may try spot drilling this mount and filling in the strategically placed holes with softer silicone.
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Newer models have that oil can that will actually leak when it fails.
On my 10/2003 production 2004 MCS w/80k miles, It had a solid rubber mount. When I pulled the OEM mount, I could put a screwdriver through it and crank on it to expose huge rips through it. My upper stabilizer and lower engine mount were bad as well. I replaced the upper mount with a TSW mount and the rest with OEM.
The TSW mount added very little vibration and is barely noticeable. I'm considering adding powerflex bushings to the upper stabilizer mount and/or trying out the BSH lower engine mount.
Replacing all of the mounts made a HUGE difference and I highly recommend it for anyone with 60k or more miles.
On my 10/2003 production 2004 MCS w/80k miles, It had a solid rubber mount. When I pulled the OEM mount, I could put a screwdriver through it and crank on it to expose huge rips through it. My upper stabilizer and lower engine mount were bad as well. I replaced the upper mount with a TSW mount and the rest with OEM.
The TSW mount added very little vibration and is barely noticeable. I'm considering adding powerflex bushings to the upper stabilizer mount and/or trying out the BSH lower engine mount.
Replacing all of the mounts made a HUGE difference and I highly recommend it for anyone with 60k or more miles.
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