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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 08:07 AM
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Upgraded Motor Mount Package?

I've searched and haven't really seen what I'm wanting to ask. Do any vendors or manufacturers make a "package deal" on all 3 mounts? I need to replace all of mine and want to upgrade them to stiffer, longer lasting mounts. I know I can get OEM ones and use the inserts, and if this is a great way to go please tell me. I'm starting the maintenance on my recent purchase and I know this is one area I need to work on. Thanks for the help!
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 08:28 AM
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We don't put packages for mounts together as most people don't need to or replace all of them at the same time.

The powerflex bushings are great to stiffen them up and reduce rock. Plus they are on sale right now.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/powerf...shing-set.html

The trans mounts rarely if ever fail so save your money on that.

Then the pass engine mount will depend on what year you have as the early cars have 2 mounts and the later only one.

The lower mount is pretty common to wear out. You can rebuild it with this bushing replacement.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/powerf...t-bushing.html

or just get a stock on
https://www.waymotorworks.com/oem-mi...t-r50-r53.html

We offer a solid lower mount, but don't recommend as it's pretty harsh
https://www.waymotorworks.com/bsh-lo...0-r52-r53.html
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by WayMotorWorks
We don't put packages for mounts together as most people don't need to or replace all of them at the same time.

The powerflex bushings are great to stiffen them up and reduce rock. Plus they are on sale right now.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/powerf...shing-set.html

The trans mounts rarely if ever fail so save your money on that.

Then the pass engine mount will depend on what year you have as the early cars have 2 mounts and the later only one.

The lower mount is pretty common to wear out. You can rebuild it with this bushing replacement.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/powerf...t-bushing.html

or just get a stock on
https://www.waymotorworks.com/oem-mi...t-r50-r53.html

We offer a solid lower mount, but don't recommend as it's pretty harsh
https://www.waymotorworks.com/bsh-lo...0-r52-r53.html
How harsh are you talking? On both my Focus and Fiesta STs I upgraded to solid lower motor mounts and had very little added NVH. Is this different on the MINI? Does it add that much NVH to the car?
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by It'sTheR53
How harsh are you talking? On both my Focus and Fiesta STs I upgraded to solid lower motor mounts and had very little added NVH. Is this different on the MINI? Does it add that much NVH to the car?
I personally think the solid lower is too harsh, and removed them for several customers that thought the same. But also had customers like it. So it's a personal choice.
 
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Old Dec 31, 2017 | 01:59 AM
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I really like the BSH lower mount and factory passenger and trans mounts. Definitely stiffer and little more interior vibration. I would recommend starting with the lower and if you still want stiffer then do the passenger instead of jumping straight to stiffer mounts all around.
 
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