91 Mondial T motor mounts

gidleigh · 01-06-2011, 06:56 AM

Does anybody know of a less expensive alternative to the very pricey OEM motor mounts?

gidleigh · 03-12-2011, 10:02 PM

The reason I posted this question was because before I bought my 1991 T the PPi indicated I had one motor mount leaking a bit of fluid. Since the mount is hydraulic I was led to believe this was a prelude to failure of the mount. The mounts are horribly expensive. Has anybody had this issue?

Granucci · 03-16-2011, 03:04 PM

I have heard from many reliable accounts of persons modifying one brand of 355 mounts.

From the pics I saw, they needed to use the existing mount flanges on the Mondial and attach the 355 mounts to it with a weld and some spacers. The attachment holes are not exact, so a bit of fixing is in order not to mention removing the line-up peg[s]. The 355 vs the almost $1,300+/- 348 mounts are a huge savings.

I also believe the middle hole, where the 355 actually protrudes through, needs a bit of enlarging.

Didn't seem to faze many qualified mechs. If it were me, I'd be inclined to do it.

gidleigh · 03-16-2011, 08:07 PM

Thanks for the info. I have not really picked up any problems related to the mounts. I will probably keep my head in the sand and hope for the best.

Granucci · 03-17-2011, 08:30 AM

I have a '90, and noticed no problems, but I probably will replace --perhaps not due to costs -- the mounts since then engine is out. Replacing in situ is is a bit more involved than just 'jacking up' then engine like some other models.

gidleigh · 03-17-2011, 12:38 PM

When the time comes let me know if you use the oem mounts or some work around.

Granucci · 03-17-2011, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gidleigh

When the time comes let me know if you use the oem mounts or some work around.

When/IF the time comes, I'll most likely use non-OEM Mondial T mounts. BUT a composition of 355 mated to the T's original mounts which means I'll salvage the T's and modify using 355 mounts.

THen again, If I hit the lottery................

gidleigh · 03-18-2011, 04:15 PM

Sounds like great fun. Enjoy.

01-06-2011, 06:56 AM	#1
gidleigh Owner Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Coronado, California Ferrari Life Posts: 16	91 Mondial T motor mounts Does anybody know of a less expensive alternative to the very pricey OEM motor mounts?

03-16-2011, 03:04 PM	#3
Granucci Owner Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: far and away Ferrari Life Posts: 4,994	355 I have heard from many reliable accounts of persons modifying one brand of 355 mounts. From the pics I saw, they needed to use the existing mount flanges on the Mondial and attach the 355 mounts to it with a weld and some spacers. The attachment holes are not exact, so a bit of fixing is in order not to mention removing the line-up peg[s]. The 355 vs the almost $1,300+/- 348 mounts are a huge savings. I also believe the middle hole, where the 355 actually protrudes through, needs a bit of enlarging. Didn't seem to faze many qualified mechs. If it were me, I'd be inclined to do it. Guide to the Galaxy: Don't Panic Rik -- LAH ! Current: 1990 Mondial T Cabriolet : Red/Tan 1995 456 GT 2+2 : Roso Metalizzato [Fer 311/C] & Tan

03-17-2011, 08:30 AM	#5
Granucci Owner Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: far and away Ferrari Life Posts: 4,994	I have a '90, and noticed no problems, but I probably will replace --perhaps not due to costs -- the mounts since then engine is out. Replacing in situ is is a bit more involved than just 'jacking up' then engine like some other models. Guide to the Galaxy: Don't Panic Rik -- LAH ! Current: 1990 Mondial T Cabriolet : Red/Tan 1995 456 GT 2+2 : Roso Metalizzato [Fer 311/C] & Tan

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03-12-2011, 10:02 PM	#2
gidleigh Owner Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Coronado, California Ferrari Life Posts: 16	The reason I posted this question was because before I bought my 1991 T the PPi indicated I had one motor mount leaking a bit of fluid. Since the mount is hydraulic I was led to believe this was a prelude to failure of the mount. The mounts are horribly expensive. Has anybody had this issue?

03-16-2011, 08:07 PM	#4
gidleigh Owner Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Coronado, California Ferrari Life Posts: 16	Thanks for the info. I have not really picked up any problems related to the mounts. I will probably keep my head in the sand and hope for the best.

03-17-2011, 12:38 PM	#6
gidleigh Owner Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Coronado, California Ferrari Life Posts: 16	When the time comes let me know if you use the oem mounts or some work around.

03-18-2011, 04:15 PM	#8
gidleigh Owner Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Coronado, California Ferrari Life Posts: 16	Sounds like great fun. Enjoy.