8v vs 16v engine mounts

[GolfGTI8v]

I'm about to buy 16v mounts all round for my agu conversion however ive not long ago replaced my 8v items for new oem stuff. 

So what's the difference between the 8v & 16v engine mounts?  16v stronger?  can anyone recommend aftermarket upgrades ?  as im guessing the price vs. OEM stuff aint too different

Thanks 

[Khare]

There all the same mate.

[GolfGTI8v]

Really?   Excellent news!!  lots of info on the net recommending 16v mounts with the conversion.  so great, some money saved there.

My next question,   VR6 clutch is recommend,  is the OEM item good enough or aftermarket jobbies better? looking to go around 250hp now !

also are the 8v/ 16v flywheels the same i.e can i use my 8v flywheel on my agu lump with a VR6 clutch kit?

thanks 

[Khare]

8v and 16v flywheels are different. The 1.8T's clutch can be uprated to a single mass flywheel using the G60 flywheel and VR6 clutch I think, there's plenty of info around the forum especially in the mk4 section. As far as I know for clutch quality, an OEM one will handle the standard 150hp with no problems, but if you're looking at 250hp you want something aftermarket. Sachs do one of the best clutches out there.

[GolfGTI8v]

thanks mate,  i will have a search around !

[AlanD]

8v has more low down torque.

[Khare]

8v has more low down torque.

8v crew



16v crew

[AlanD]

Just thought Id stick my nose in.

As you were gents.

[Wayne]

8v has more low down torque.

Yep and I still prefer a well sorted 8v unless it is a mk1.

[Khare]

Here we go again