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Pick
up 3M Windo-Weld Primerless Super Fast Urethane Sealant.
Part
number: 51135-08609 (10fl. oz caulking gun tube)

While
removing the engine mounts for this upgrade, I noticed
that the front mount had a bolt through it that was two
sizes too small. I purchased a replacement bolt that perfectly
fit the mount. There were never any problems and the car
felt much more solid after these engine mount modifications.
Clean
the engine mount
thoroughly with soap and water. After it has dried, apply
the Windo-Weld to fill the rubber portion.

Verify
that they are clean and dry, then proceed.

Try
to not fill too much at a time. Allow inner layers to
partially dry before applying more Window Weld. This will
drastically reduce the time it takes for the mounts to
harden and be ready to use.

Smooth
the Window Weld if you want the mounts to look nice. You
can use your fingers and deal with it taking a week to
come off, use gloves, or use plastic rap to get a nice
smooth finish.

Let
the finished product dry for at least a full day. Longer
if you overfilled the mounts.

Moderate
filling such as this transmitted a noticable amount of
vibration into the passenger compartment and steering
wheel. For a daily driver, we would recommend that you
fill them according to the amount of power your engine
now has. Do not completely fill your mounts unless you
plan to go past 200 horsepower in the near future. The
additional vibrations will eventually rattle interior
panels loose and annoy passengers/significant others.
You have been warned.
There
are stiffer/stronger products out there for more money.
Window Weld is perfect for most applications. Before spending
more on a "better" engine mount reinforcement,
please re-read the previous warning.
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