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  1. rkw

    rkw Well-Known Member

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    #20 rkw, Apr 4, 2014
    Just don't win or place. Or better yet, DNF and nobody will even care.
     
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    #4 clifforddward, Apr 3, 2014
    Doesn't the Vibra-technics RH Upper engine mount pretty much take care of this issue, making this rigid device redundant and eliminating any advantage it might provide?
     
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    #9 Dave.0, Apr 3, 2014
    That's what spray paint and dirt is for. :ihih: Don't put it in and have it look car show clean. :Thumbsup:
     
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    #10 RallyMini370, Apr 3, 2014
    Plus.....I'm cheap so used stabilizer would be great.....free even better! I saw one on Ebay but some bits were missing. I figure someone must have one rusting in their garage.
     
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    #13 rkw, Apr 3, 2014
    Enter each part number you want into Google and eBay.

    RealOEM.com * BMW R50 Cooper Engine Suspension

    Vendors or dealers seem to have all items available on new parts catalogs (or just look on ecstuning). You'll have to shop around for used.
     
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    #15 ScottinBend, Apr 3, 2014
    Do you have stiffer bushings in the bottom engine mount/torque bar? This is where most of the engine stiffness can be increased.
     
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    #18 Dave.0, Apr 4, 2014
    Remember it's not cheating unless you get caught, just like speeding. :ihih::devil:
     
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    #21 RallyMini370, Apr 4, 2014
    When we ran the Swift no one ever checked the car as we came in around 3rd most times.....since getting the Mini and beating them on the maiden rally they are all over the car.....the price of winning! I want the Mini bullet proof for this season, I can taste the victory! LOL
     
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    #22 RallyMini370, Apr 7, 2014
    Mmmmmm the bush was buggered on the fender mount which confirms Dave O's comment that they fall apart. So I've opted for the engine craddle then I'll build my own arm and mount from stuff laying around in the shed.
     
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    #3 Dave.0, Apr 3, 2014
    Those things suck ^^ they come apart over time. I have had two so I know what I am talking about.

    Chris, can you post us a picture of the part you need. I am sure one of us can find it for you.
     
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    #5 RallyMini370, Apr 3, 2014
    Yes RKW like that but I have to use the original. like the one here which should be up to the job as I'm using a weedy R50..LOL I have solid race inserts on the other mounts but I still get a little bit of rock and roll.

    [​IMG]
     
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    #6 clifforddward, Apr 3, 2014
    I think there is a track version of the Vibra-Technic mount that would provide the extra stiffness you may desire.

    Dave, I just installed my Vibra-Technics mounts so cannot provide much perspective...but haven't you had a set installed on your Mini for some time?
     
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    #7 Dave.0, Apr 3, 2014
    Here you go Chris.

    Give Colin a call and he can get you one in the race version.

    https://www.greeneperformance.com/mini/mounts/minuprr53erly.html


    Upper engine mount for early R53 chassis. Similar to the Late style mount but shorter. Made for the early style motor mounts on the R53. Please call or Email if you are unsure what part you need. Made from T6 CNC cut Aluminum with natural rubber Insulator. This mount will provide you the best vibration damping and engine control.
     
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    #8 RallyMini370, Apr 3, 2014
    Thanks Dave but the problem is the rally rules say I have to use original parts. A nice post CNC bar would stand out like a sore thumb. That's why I use a S oil cooler.
     
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    #12 RallyMini370, Apr 3, 2014
    Bingo! I need 1,6,8 and all the bolts. On Ebay they just have 1 which bolts to the head and it's in the UK. Still looking.

    Thanks for the link.
     
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    #16 RallyMini370, Apr 4, 2014
    Yes, the bottom mount and the gearbox mount have the race type poly inserts but the top right side is the original mount with rubber donnut sat on top . So maybe fitting the S stabilizer bar is a waste of $$$?
     
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    #17 clifforddward, Apr 4, 2014
    Chris:
    Sorry, when I provided my Vibra-Technics suggestion I did not realize you were dealing with particular Rally rules limiting options to OEM parts....hopefully you can find the parts you need to stiffen up all of your engine mounts.
     
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