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Last edited by Bob_n_Cincy; 07-29-2017 at 10:35 AM.
818S #22 Candy Blue Frame, Front Gas Tank, 2.5L Turbo, Rear radiator, Shortened Transmission, Wookiee Compatible, Console mounted MR2 Shifter, Custom ECU panel, AWIC soon
My Son Michael's Turbo ICE Build X22 http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...rts-818S-Build
My Electric Supercar Build X21 (on hold until winter) http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...e-Build-Thread
Thanks for the heads up Bob. I plan on using very stiff engine mounts, maybe solid. Even so there will be some flex in the chassis and mounts, the 1/4" gap may go away under hard braking. Something to pay attention to. BTW the video link isn't working for me.
Thanks.
818R Build date 10/31/15
Don't do solid mounts! you will loosen every bolt in the car. Torque Solution and Perrin mounts both have 75A durometer bushings, which is the stiffest I could find without being solid, and our engine doesn't move.
Cusco engine and trans mounts did the trick for me.
I have had solid aluminum motor and transmission mounts for over 3,000 miles now. The stock mounts were ridiculous. The drivetrain needs the dogbone if you run stock mounts. I've had no issues so far with things rattling loose. Lock nuts and medium threadlocker must be doing their job. It's really not that noticeable. I mean, the car is not quiet to begin with, so all you get is a bit more drivetrain whine.
https://www.aluminati.us/products/al...d-motor-mounts
https://www.aluminati.us/collections...id-trans-mount
Worked on addressing the open tube frame issue where the main hoop sets on an open ended square tube.
I milled some 1.5" long plugs that match the inside dimensions of the tube
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After some grinding and file work on the tube and plugs they fit nicely. Next step weld them in place.
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IMHO, this is a better solution than simply welding a plate to the end.
818R Build date 10/31/15
Nice job on the pan.
Thanks.
818R Build date 10/31/15