10-13-2009, 12:29 AM
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I received my Pedro RaceMount today. Getting it installed Friday. Will post results then.
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10-13-2009, 02:29 AM
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A 987 mount is around $170 (Check Suncoast). I just bought one. Porsche has had 11 yrs to improve the thing and it's used on all new Boxsters and Caymans that have a lot more power than mine.
Too ridged for street use is unnecessary, and will be uncomfortable.
The new product has a bit lighter frame that is obvious. What they've done with the rubbery insert is anyone's guess.
If it was a 10 min job to replace it, I'd maybe experiment, but labor considered, I only want to do this once.
Bob
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10-13-2009, 09:34 AM
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i guess what I"m t rying to figure out is whether a cayman / new boxster mount for $170-200 (whatever is costs) is the same/worse/better than Pedro'senthusiast mount, which is only $100 w/core - for an "enthusiast" type driver like me.
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Boxster mods I've added: Rear speaker kit, Painted Calipers, Painted Bumperettes, Painted Center Console, 987 Shifter Assembly, 3 Spoke Steering Wheel, Clear side markers, 03+ rear lights, de-snorkeled.
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10-13-2009, 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by 23109VC
i guess what I"m t rying to figure out is whether a cayman / new boxster mount for $170-200 (whatever is costs) is the same/worse/better than Pedro'senthusiast mount, which is only $100 w/core - for an "enthusiast" type driver like me.
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I'm holding the 987 Porsche mount in my hand right now and it's easy to see that there is a lot more rubbery meat in Pedro's product. That will likely equate to more engine vibration in the cockpit. We want to correct broken mount symptoms, not necessarily make it stiffer and cause other vibrations, etc. If my new mounts fails early, I may look into other alternatives then.
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10-13-2009, 10:30 PM
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Engine mounts are designed as a compromise, just like most components on a street car.
The greater the mount's ability to dampen vibration in the cabin, the more the engine is moving around under lateral acceleration or cornering loads, although the ride is comfortable.
If the mount is made solid, the engine doesn't move and therefore the car handles better at turn-in, less torque is lost lifting the motor under hard acceleration and gear change under heavy acceleration feels more precise. Downside is of course a harsher ride.
The decision really comes down to how hard you drive your car and what tolerance you have for vibration. The issue of the part's longevity is really secondary.
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10-13-2009, 10:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Daniel R
Engine mounts are designed as a compromise, just like most components on a street car.
The greater the mount's ability to dampen vibration in the cabin, the more the engine is moving around under lateral acceleration or cornering loads, although the ride is comfortable.
If the mount is made solid, the engine doesn't move and therefore the car handles better at turn-in, less torque is lost lifting the motor under hard acceleration and gear change under heavy acceleration feels more precise. Downside is of course a harsher ride.
The decision really comes down to how hard you drive your car and what tolerance you have for vibration. The issue of the part's longevity is really secondary.
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nice explanation. i think you pretty much nailed it. like many things with cars, it's all a trade off.
my Boxster is NOT my DD, so I'd by okay with some vibration in exchange for better turn in, shifting, etc. as long as it's not a "ton"....  i need to find someone local who has one and go for a spin to see how "bad" the vibration reallhy is.....
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Cars:
2007 MDX - Wife's mommy mobile
2006 RL - My daily driver
2000 Boxster - Ocean Blue Base 5spd on Black Full leather. 18" wheels and M030.
Boxster mods I've added: Rear speaker kit, Painted Calipers, Painted Bumperettes, Painted Center Console, 987 Shifter Assembly, 3 Spoke Steering Wheel, Clear side markers, 03+ rear lights, de-snorkeled.
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10-14-2009, 03:22 AM
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Originally Posted by 23109VC
nice explanation. i think you pretty much nailed it. like many things with cars, it's all a trade off.
my Boxster is NOT my DD, so I'd by okay with some vibration in exchange for better turn in, shifting, etc. as long as it's not a "ton".... i need to find someone local who has one and go for a spin to see how "bad" the vibration reallhy is..... |
I'll let you know Friday after my Pedro racing mount is in. My car is my DD, so the results will be interesting.
If you happen to find yourself "Down Under" in the next week or two I would be happy to take you for a spin. ;-)
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