About 7 years ago (probably 25k miles ago) I installed IE urethane trans mounts and now they're cracked and falling apart. Is this "normal"? Any suggestions for stiffer mounts that will last longer?
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09 BMW 328xi touring 6spd
05 Subaru Outback XT 5spd
87 BMW 325is
a few bicycles -
The OE mounts last far, far, longer.The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL -
try stock E21 mounts, they are a little more stout have a larger sized bolt. They work great.sigpicComment
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PM Silence via Condor Speed Shop, he will get you taken care of for a stiffer mount.
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Thanks09 BMW 328xi touring 6spd
05 Subaru Outback XT 5spd
87 BMW 325is
a few bicyclesComment
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OEM will work fine.Comment
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Is there any benefit to running solid or urethane mounts over oe? The car is slowly transforming from street only to split btwn street and track and there is a chance it will become turbo'd09 BMW 328xi touring 6spd
05 Subaru Outback XT 5spd
87 BMW 325is
a few bicyclesComment
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If the car is primarily a street car that sees occasional track time I'd use OE mounts. Poly is preferred (for stiffness) on a dedicated track or race car and the life of the bushings isn't a factor there as they should be replaced every 3-4 years, along with the control arms/bushings, motor/diff mounts.The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
Jim Levie, Huntsville, ALComment
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Thanks Jim. Last question, use genuine BMW mounts or generic aftermarket?09 BMW 328xi touring 6spd
05 Subaru Outback XT 5spd
87 BMW 325is
a few bicyclesComment
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I personally use the Meyle mounts and haven't seen an issue.Comment
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