engine mount upgrade

[th3_f15t]

That link shows both the top left and right engine mounts and the torque mount (with associated hardware) but not a subframe mount. Your dad has a point but a search on YouTube will hopefully find the videos showing how it reduces engine movement considerably. Just means engine power isn't wasted in engine movement and if you're replacing parts anyway, pay the premium for upgraded parts with longer warranties and higher life expectancy.

[markos]

That link shows both the top left and right engine mounts and the torque mount (with associated hardware) but not a subframe mount. Your dad has a point but a search on YouTube will hopefully find the videos showing how it reduces engine movement considerably. Just means engine power isn't wasted in engine movement and if you're replacing parts anyway, pay the premium for upgraded parts with longer warranties and higher life expectancy.

the link has 3 different options:

engine mount, transmission mount and pendulum mounts... as the terminology isn't the same which of these would be a torque mount?

the trouble is with my dad is that he's very cynical an doesn't see the point in wasting money on "fun things". i've got used to that but still want to know if the mounts are worth doing based on other people's experiences

[th3_f15t]

Ah yes... I believe (could be wrong) that engine mount is the right mount and transmission mount is what we call the left mount. The torque inset (pendulum mount) is as mentioned.

I'm not going to say your dad is wrong, but having modified my car with "fun things", it's easy to see why going down that route is the way so many people go.

Back to the original point of this topic, the upgraded material in the Revo mounts will ensure that movement and energy isn't transferred into the bolts which is the main cause of them failing in the first place. This will increase vibrations in the cabin but it's a fair trade off as the engine will rev better and feel more responsive. I tried to find the video online but couldn't, have seen an engine fitted with upgraded mounts and it's a visible difference even from a distance.

End of the day, stop worrying and do what you want. Your money, spend it how you want.

[markos]

Ah yes... I believe (could be wrong) that engine mount is the right mount and transmission mount is what we call the left mount. The torque inset (pendulum mount) is as mentioned.

I'm not going to say your dad is wrong, but having modified my car with "fun things", it's easy to see why going down that route is the way so many people go.

Back to the original point of this topic, the upgraded material in the Revo mounts will ensure that movement and energy isn't transferred into the bolts which is the main cause of them failing in the first place. This will increase vibrations in the cabin but it's a fair trade off as the engine will rev better and feel more responsive. I tried to find the video online but couldn't, have seen an engine fitted with upgraded mounts and it's a visible difference even from a distance.

End of the day, stop worrying and do what you want. Your money, spend it how you want.

awesome, thanks again man. that's a big help, so pendulum is the first one to get and fit and go from there. wise words as always 

and yes, i do need to stop worrying what he says, but as the person that will essentially fit this i need him onside... unless it's something i can do myself?!

[th3_f15t]

If you can get the car up high then you can do it yourself, although I would buy a SuperPro torque insert kit, much cheaper and achieves the exact same result.

Get on YouTube and search "ecs dogbone". ECS Tuning (from America) made a really good how to.

You'll notice more feedback from your gearbox after fitting it up. I can feel when the gears engage when pulling away now, quite strange to get used to.