Drivetrain engine mount (bottom one)
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The problem with the BSH is too much vibration in the cabin. Inserts were fine but not aggressive enough. Curious how the Vibratechnics is.
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What it does is prevent the engine from moving excessively in the engine bay. When you drive the car, and accelerate, the engine moves in the mounts before it transfers power to the wheels. By adding a stiffener (mount) you limit the range of motion and get a quicker response from the drivetrain.
the NM mount goes around the factory mount rather than replace it. It only really "helps" under engine load (acceleration) rather than just being a stiff chunk of plastic that sends engine vibrations into the car.
While its not as "strong" as other mounts mentioned here, its perfect for the person who just wants a little more performance, positive drivetrain engagement, and a mod that literally takes about 3 min to install.
As a owner of a stick car, I say its a must. It eliminates the "rubber banding" of the engine swinging back and forth.
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I just looked at the photo of it again and its hard to judge the size without any reference. Where are you guys buying these from. The drive train lash is driving me nuts. I had all the mounts inserted/replaced on my R53
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FWIW, A few years ago I bought the powerflex yellow ones. I ran for about 1500 miles, but removed them because of vibration. My car is an auto, and the vibration was very significant, especially at a stop light with the A/C on. I then installed the NM inserts, and have found them to be acceptable from a vibration standpoint. The reduction of torque steer is welcome, and I'm happy with this setup.
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Mike
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Mike
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I have the NM inserts that I have had the car for around 80k miles. I think they are wore out because I am getting a lot of movement in the engine. I am looking at the bsh, the torque solutions, and the vibratechnics mounts. I am not worried about vibration because the coilovers make the ride rough as it is.
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I have the NM inserts that I have had the car for around 80k miles. I think they are wore out because I am getting a lot of movement in the engine. I am looking at the bsh, the torque solutions, and the vibratechnics mounts. I am not worried about vibration because the coilovers make the ride rough as it is.
The vibra-technics vibrates when you first install, then it starts settling down. I've had mine a couple months now and I love it, wouldn't trade it for anything. It feels as connected as the bsh but way smoother.
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My car is an auto, and the vibration was very significant, especially at a stop light with the A/C on. I then installed the NM inserts, and have found them to be acceptable from a vibration standpoint. The reduction of torque steer is welcome, and I'm happy with this setup.
Any suitable lub that doesn't attack the rubber/ polyurethane should have a similar impact on vibration.
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