solid motor mounts
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solid motor mounts
the rubber motor and transmission mounts for my 78 ranger are wore out completly and have to be replaced. i was told my best bet would be solid mounts because the truck is primarily for off road and weekend use. i need to know any drawbacks to the solid mounts and any other factors i'm over looking
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From: Spokane, WA
Solid mounts transmit a lot of vibration from the engine to the frame. It's really something that you want to reserve for race-only vehicles. I was considering doing this in my truck with the new engine and was advised by someone who runs solid mounts that it wasn't the best choice for a weekend wheeler. I'm going to be revamping my mounts a but and replacing the rubber with poly chunks to help absorb a bit of that vibration but not break down so quickly under heavy torque.
FWIW if you don't have a wild amount of horsepower a replacement set of rubber mounts will do the trick fine and should last another 10-15 years. They really don't break down fast unless they're being beaten on.
FWIW if you don't have a wild amount of horsepower a replacement set of rubber mounts will do the trick fine and should last another 10-15 years. They really don't break down fast unless they're being beaten on.
Laughing Gas
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From: Kincardine, ON
You didn't state what motor you're using, if it's a 460 than the link below is a bullet proof mount:
http://performanceunlimited.com/cust...ginemount.html
If you're application requires a solid mount I can e-mail you the address of someone who makes an excellent solid (460) mount for a good price. As warned, this will provide loads of vibration through your frame, unless you're just mud bog racing for short runs your better off with the other style.
John.
http://performanceunlimited.com/cust...ginemount.html
If you're application requires a solid mount I can e-mail you the address of someone who makes an excellent solid (460) mount for a good price. As warned, this will provide loads of vibration through your frame, unless you're just mud bog racing for short runs your better off with the other style.
John.
