1st Gen R53 Cooper S Most liked posts in thread: Engine mounts

If you are referring to inserts for the mounts, I like Powerflex. Seen here or here.

 

Outmotoring sells a complete kit.....MINI Cooper Powerflex Motor Mount Kit

 

Does anyone besides Powerflex even make these bushings?

Edit, I see M/A sponsor Detroit Tuned does sell the Ireland version

So this begs the question, what the difference between the PowerFlex and the Ireland versions?

 

I would say very little. However, I think that the powerflex compound is a little more forgiving in the cold weather. This based on what I have heard from others.

To add: I have the front lower arm bushings. I have not had a problem with them in the cold. Here in SC, we got into the 'teens this past winter.

 

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That would be a Durometer Hardness Measurement.

 

I want these but they look so tough to install just for little mounts.

 

They are very easy to install. The only one that gets bothersome are the small ones as you have to almost cut off the old one. It only took me maybe a couple of hours to do it.
The larger ones are actually only an insert, as they stiffen up the OEM one.

 

I have the Ireland ones. They were tough to get in because they were almost too big. I had to use a bit of force to get the transmission mounts in.

 

how is the nvh with these inserts? i guess some are more severe than others?

 

Only time I notice them is at a stop with the A/C on.

 

I like the added vibration. It makes it possible to tell what speed you're going by the amount of vibration. The nvh did seem to get better after having them in for a long time.

 

:lol: I love this.

For me, the shade of orange that my bonnet is glowing is a better indicator. But whatever works for you.