Motor mounts

[Performance nut]

Anyone running motor mounts on their non-competition car? BMR and Steeda have a solution that have "minimal" vibration and allow for dropping the engine (1/2" for BMR, 3/4" for Steeda).

Dropping the engine seems like it would be problematic for a DD, especially if you have a lowered suspension. Ever other car I have seen poly motor mounts on vibrates somewhat harsh (worse if you have a cam).

Reason I ask is my headers are in and I'm wondering if this is something worth investing in or not while they are installing the headers.

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[BMR Tech]

If you are concerned about NVH, just skip them. As much as I would love to see you spend your hard earned money on BMR parts, I think that is NVH is something you are concerned about pre installation, that you may not be happy with them. (anyone's)

FWIW, the 1/2" drop rate for ours is just from removing the two top billet inserts. You can actually drop the engine 1/4"...or up to almost 2"

 

[Performance nut]

If you are concerned about NVH, just skip them. As much as I would love to see you spend your hard earned money on BMR parts, I think that is NVH is something you are concerned about pre installation, that you may not be happy with them. (anyone's)

FWIW, the 1/2" drop rate for ours is just from removing the two top billet inserts. You can actually drop the engine 1/4"...or up to almost 2"

Thanks for the honesty Kelly. I never dropped an engine in a street car before. Was curious if it caused any issues.

NVH is a concern, especially since I'm considering going to a stiffer suspension. Adding that with engine vibration may make for a really lousy car to drive on the road. Hard to say for sure as it is a personal thing. I know people who would say the base GT suspension is too stiff. :shrug:

 

[toplesstripcruiser]

If you are concerned about NVH, just skip them. As much as I would love to see you spend your hard earned money on BMR parts, I think that is NVH is something you are concerned about pre installation, that you may not be happy with them. (anyone's)

FWIW, the 1/2" drop rate for ours is just from removing the two top billet inserts. You can actually drop the engine 1/4"...or up to almost 2"

I am pleasantly surprised to read something like this. While you are a businessman, you are one of those special people who is a person first. You could just easily said " Oh don't worry about NVH, it's very minimal, and engine mounts are a great upgrade". But you are honest. Most people try to sell products without thinking of the customer.

 

[tsloms]

I installed them on my car since I had the engine mounts out anyways while installing long tube headers. Mine are set to 1/2" drop and I really don't notice any extra NVH from them. The headers may mask the noise though.
In full disclosure though I bought a Mustang and I truly enjoy the extra gear whine that I hear after installing the full BMR bushing package on the rear diff and cradle.

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