dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 My e30 m40 turbo just went for a cert check today, 6 things got picked up, and two of them were clearance issues caused by sotck engine mount (already sagged in 300km's of travel from new) Can anyone recommend a custom solid (metal) engine mount fabricator in Auckland? Also FYI on two other things: - 2 driveshaft hoop / loop is required, as centre hanger bearing doesn't count - Provide wheel alignment report to prove camber specs are within limits (even not that low) All ears on recommendation for engine mount, want to resolve ASAP Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
satellitej 1 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 My e30 m40 turbo just went for a cert check today, 6 things got picked up, and two of them were clearance issues caused by sotck engine mount (already sagged in 300km's of travel from new) Can anyone recommend a custom solid (metal) engine mount fabricator in Auckland? Also FYI on two other things: - 2 driveshaft hoop / loop is required, as centre hanger bearing doesn't count - Provide wheel alignment report to prove camber specs are within limits (even not that low) All ears on recommendation for engine mount, want to resolve ASAP Thanks! The mounts are extremely easy to make. Can go with alloy? And machine shop could knock these out for you, Los can make from different materials similar to nylon etc. Milford plastics sell the items. Have a look online, and different materials availiable and make a sound decision on what material you would want to use. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polley 916 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 heh... sucks about the driveshaft loop. I got away with just one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 The mounts are extremely easy to make. Can go with alloy? And machine shop could knock these out for you, Los can make from different materials similar to nylon etc. Milford plastics sell the items. Can you expand a bit for Milford plastics? Nothing on google haha Will ring engineerig shops etc for a quote for alloy material (just needs a through bolt for mount) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 heh... sucks about the driveshaft loop. I got away with just one Yup, certifier was like "excessive ..... but yea". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hybrid 1039 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 Drive shaft loops have to be front and rear and of caged type .. EG not allowed to just weld a bar across the trans tunnel. This is all pretty standard stuff and well within the rules. Atleast you didnt get it all done then went for a cert and the rules changed that week, which is what happened to me also I got a ticket at a warrent and rego check on the way there. If your not matey with a fabricator, then go some where like pitstop on the shore .. they do this sort of stuff and for good prices too. Have a look at the Low Volume website too for some good reading when building modified cars, saves (most of the time) the certifier rolling his eyes at another person who hasnt done the homework turning up for a check. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 Cheers Josh. Wishfull thinking CSB would suffice haha Cert was with Pitstop grey lynns assistance, so will ask them for pointers when I pikcup car 2moro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1rotty 40 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 Why would you want solid mounts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 Stock rubber mount got all saggy, dropped drivers side and closed up the previous clearance. Prob from the heat but solid might be the way to go Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
APT 179 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 How about Delrin 90d AKG bushes? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 21, 2013 How about Delrin 90d AKG bushes? i'll do some more research etc and make a livable decision (still daily it haha) but, plan atm is talk to autoalign and get them to make some urethane ones with increase of 5-8mm height, then heat shield it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
satellitej 1 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 i'll do some more research etc and make a livable decision (still daily it haha) but, plan atm is talk to autoalign and get them to make some urethane ones with increase of 5-8mm height, then heat shield it Hey, Sorry late reply.. It's Mulford plastics. Have a look On the net.. It's good. Not a big job to do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 sweet, thanks man. Will look into it still got design + follow LVV specs Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1rotty 40 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Any sort of solid or close to solid mount will be sh*t for daily driving Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hybrid 1039 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 http://www.akgmotorsport.com/catalog/catalog.php?maincat=e30 Go nuts FYI I went for e34 m5 mounts for my s50. Still going strong 3 years later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2312 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 (edited) Any sort of solid or close to solid mount will be sh*t for daily driving Yeah you don't want that. I've got 80 shore Nolathane bushings front and rear of the engine, it's probably a little harsh, but theres enough give so it's not that bad. Solid mounts would be another matter. Ew! Edited February 23, 2013 by Michael. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
APT 179 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 If you decide to use AKG bushes let me know, I'm considering going back to standard rubber ones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 (edited) the sagged engine mount pretty much made the engine solid mounted as it laid on the steering fluid line, and yes, idling was terrible. I slipped a 1cm nut in there just for clearance and relieve the stress, and as you can see, a nice little ding on the pipe, but no leaking or pierce lines (there goes a few hp's) can someone enlighten me what "through-bolt" really means? 1st i thought a bolt that goes right through the entire mount rubber to the other side (i.e through and through), then upon further reading, i thought it can't be, because my mounting studs are offset, hence, "through-bolt" would be a bolt that goes deep into the mounting material, so it cant completely detach if shearing occurs from the metal plate, unlike OEM m40 ones (LVV guidelines) If i go for urethane material, i would still like a heat shield cup for it, but i'll think about it a little bit more. Roughness of ride not really important, as clearance and longevity of the mount is more so. thanks for the feedback guys, much appreciated. Edited February 23, 2013 by dubman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1rotty 40 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 Hey William....dont want to be a bore but I think you will really regret stiff engine mounts..they can make the ride unbearably uncomfortable imo Go OEM or mild urethane(haha) & shield it as you have said Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 not at all Mark, good to hear what others say. i'm just going by certifiers comments and recommendation, still got to ring around a few places and ask. I would still like the mounts to be heightened by 10mm, but alot of the "off the self" products probably won't have enough threads left to bolt to the mount arm safely. drivers side is alot heavier, so still got to factor in the weight each mount takes. Just thinking out aloud haha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2122 Report post Posted February 23, 2013 not sure if they will fit, but E28 mounts are about 10-15mm longer than E30 ones.. may be worth a try Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted March 8, 2013 update on this; mounts made up by TTT auto's, within specs certifier was happy with. yes, I know its going to be rough etc. but i don't have to worry about longevity of the material, and its not far off the comfort of "soft" urethane (hopefully LOL). Will update my project thread once cert plate comes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
