Sacrilicious
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naw, that's a very important question...CP-E's directions say 70 ft lbs. i think the official spec is something like 60ft lbs - 80ft lbs...i forget the exact numbers...
CP-E motor mount review and analysis.
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naw, that's a very important question...CP-E's directions say 70 ft lbs. i think the official spec is something like 60ft lbs - 80ft lbs...i forget the exact numbers...
Damn it guys! I just ordered my cs mm inserts! I would have grabbed this if I would have know three days ago!But question, the inserts degrade over time and you're basically back to stock!? That's a rip! How does this happen?
Im in the same boat as you (hand), when my cs inserts wear out I will get the CPE mm.
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That's not the only reason the inserts are superior to the epoxy trick. The epoxy trick fills in the gaps, which is a start and for short money is a nice improvement, but the inserts go further. The inserts also make the overall mount thicker and flatten the top and bottom surfaces to reduce the ability of the mount to rock in its pocket. They change the shape from vaguely oval to more like a hockey puck. It isn't just stiffening the assembly, it improves the shape.
without trying to flame here.... there is a reason that every other company including those who specialize in mounts and suspension use polyurethane. it is much more durable. stock is rubber, thats why it gets replaced. granted i am not a cp-e fan as all know. i would say the same thing no matter who made it. rubber is prone to dry rot, is not nearly as chemical resitant as poly, and just like tires it gets hard and brittle in the cold, and soft and mushy in the heat.
but if you like it...cool ! i look forward to a future update to see how it holds up.
but if you like it...cool ! i look forward to a future update to see how it holds up.
So do you think adding the rear motor mount is a necessary thing or a waste of money?
http://www.therpmstore.com/product_info.php?cPath=122&products_id=751
http://www.therpmstore.com/product_info.php?cPath=122&products_id=751
kneedragger241
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You know how the front wheels hop and it feels like you're going to break something when you get on it in 1st, 2nd and even 3rd?
Imagine being able to put as much power down as the tires can handle with no hopping.
The motor mount should be the first thing every MS3 owner upgrades.
Worth every penny.
GhostMercury
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pretty sure im about to order this mount, but does this mount fix the jerking while shifting? My cs inserts wore in and now every shift just sucks. I need something to stiffen up the engine jerking front and back but have the zero vibes. is this the mount, or is it still to soft for that.
guy_incognito
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Just ordered. Now available at PG for $139 with free shipping.
GhostMercury
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dammmmmm!!!!!! I just bought it from CPE last night
Sacrilicious
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here's an update for you guys:
1. the mount has broken in a little bit. it feels a little softer now, but still does not allow any wheel hop.
2. there is still no added vibe for idle (AC on or off) and riding/engaging in 1st gear.
what does this all mean to me? well, shifting is not quite as effortless as it was before, but it's still good. the most important thing is that there is no hint of wheel hop, and that's well worth the trouble.
Eracer: it's unfortunate that you're seeing noticeable vibe at idle. i have been running around with my AC on all the time, and i don't notice any added vibe coming through. is it possible that your mount isn't installed exactly right? what side do you have facing down?
1. the mount has broken in a little bit. it feels a little softer now, but still does not allow any wheel hop.
2. there is still no added vibe for idle (AC on or off) and riding/engaging in 1st gear.
what does this all mean to me? well, shifting is not quite as effortless as it was before, but it's still good. the most important thing is that there is no hint of wheel hop, and that's well worth the trouble.
Eracer: it's unfortunate that you're seeing noticeable vibe at idle. i have been running around with my AC on all the time, and i don't notice any added vibe coming through. is it possible that your mount isn't installed exactly right? what side do you have facing down?
GhostMercury
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so how long did it take for them to process your order?
guy_incognito
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Well, PG says they are backordered from CP-E, but perhaps if you ordered from CP-E they are fulfilling those orders before fulfilling orders from an outside vendor.
Sacrilicious
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i don't want to speculate, but i'll say this: depending on what people say about it, i could definitely see myself buying it...
Sacrilicious
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i ordered directly from CP-E. after ordering, i thought about it and decided to call in and see whether it was actually in stock and ready to go. apparently, i had missed the boat for the first 35 orders, but jordan told me that there were a bunch coming in very soon, and i would definitely be on that order. i got my mount a few days later...
