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Apr 19, 2010 | 09:35 AM

CA04MINIS

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Please help. It is leaking!!!

Hi all..

Please help!! what is this part? it looks like leaking fluild. Price quote and DIY possible?

Thanks

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Apr 19, 2010 | 09:48 AM

ofioliti

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From: Always curious ...

A search on "leaking motor mount" will get what you want.

Apr 19, 2010 | 12:50 PM

CA04MINIS

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Dealership charge me $300 for OEM parts/labor. Is it reasonable?

Apr 19, 2010 | 01:13 PM

ofioliti

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Quote:

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Dealership charge me $300 for OEM parts/labor. Is it reasonable?

Not sure about the price. There are aftermarket replacements that will not leak.

For example: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ine-mount.html

As well as DIY guides
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ine-mount.html

Apr 19, 2010 | 03:10 PM

CA04MINIS

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Are there anyone in northern california know any shop doing Mini Cooper repair? Please refer to me so I can install a TSW instead.

Thanks

Apr 19, 2010 | 06:05 PM

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Lots, can you be more specific? Northern California is pretty big

Apr 20, 2010 | 08:43 AM

CA04MINIS

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On the other hand, what is the damage if I dont replace a new motor mount? Please advise.

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Apr 20, 2010 | 09:23 AM

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Just do it....the motor will rock more and more every-time you shift or use power......sooner or later something will give....It needs to be done.

Apr 20, 2010 | 09:37 AM

MLPearson79

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Yes, definitely get it done.

Custom MINI Shop is in Fresno and can definitely set you up. Their number is (559) 320-0004.

Apr 20, 2010 | 09:59 AM

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kazlot

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Please help. It is leaking!!!

Here's another option for you:

Bay Bridge Motors
www.baybridgemotors.com
2408 Mandela Parkway
Oakland, CA 94607-1739
(510) 208-3273

(The BBM web site is temporarily down)

Custom Mini's web site:
http://www.customminishop.com/index.html

Hope this helps...

Apr 20, 2010 | 10:27 AM

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CA04MINIS

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Thanks everyone here are helpful and I love NAM

Apr 20, 2010 | 10:35 AM

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Quote:

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Thanks everyone here are helpful and I love NAM

Edge Motorworks
6443 Golden Gate Drive
Dublin, CA 94568

Tony replaced mine 2 weeks ago, parts+labor was way below dealer quote. Good people and only works on BMW/MINI.

Apr 20, 2010 | 10:46 AM

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How much they charge you for the part/labor? What brand of engine mount you install?Thanks for your information

Quote:

Originally Posted by asado

Edge Motorworks
6443 Golden Gate Drive
Dublin, CA 94568

Tony replaced mine 2 weeks ago, parts+labor was way below dealer quote. Good people and only works on BMW/MINI.