Car: Del Sol VTEC trim, B18B block, stock B16 tranny

Over the past few weeks I've started to get a lot of vibrations in my steering wheel and I can only assume that it's time to replace my motor mounts. A visual inspection reveals that the (upper) left front mount, lower left front mount, and transmission mount don't look bad. The lower right mount is cracked and starting to come apart, but from what I've read, it doesn't do much. I can't really see the rear mount but I suspect it's the culprit. I'm considering replacing all 5 mounts, and was checking Rock Auto, but I'm not certain which mounts I should get.

Cheaper is better, I'm not looking for a high performance mount, just one that's going to be comparable to stock. I know very little about brands, will DEA or Anchor be acceptable parts? Any other low-cost suggestions?

Also, any tips on replacing the rear mount? Will the engine drop or move significantly if I unbolt it, or will the other mounts pretty much hold it in place?

Thanks!

EDIT: While I'm thinking about it, I think the last owner of this car didn't replace the tensioner when he replaced the timing belt, as it has a bit of play in it. It's not flopping around or skipping teeth but it isn't tight either. I tried re-tightening it and it didn't really help so I may need to replace the tensioner + spring. Could I be losing horsepower from a little play in the belt or is it probably not affecting performance?

 

Bump!

 

I don't get it. You already said cheaper is better. Get the cheapest ones you can find. OEM or nothing.

 

What I mean to ask is, are the super cheap mounts crap? Is there any reason to spend a few dollars more for a "better" mount?

 

You might want to check your alignment and rack components before jumping straight to mounts. DEA mounts are find for a stock-ish replacement.

As for your timing belt question, yes, it is affecting your performance, but we're talking in the realm of half a horsepower - not worth thinking about from that aspect. You should worry more about the brick of metal your motor might become if it jumps timing because of the belt slop.

 

unless your car is making mad HP, get the stock mounts from Honda. No need to waste your money on crappy junk.

 

anchor mounts are not good. they are made in china and are known to be prone to cracking and breakage when used on a honda or any other car that goes through any sort of rigorous driving styles.

oem honda if ya want stock mounts..

hasport for the badass ****

 

First of all, jelly that you have a VTEC trim, and second, OEM is the way to go unless you have some ridiculous boost or bore or something.
Or if you like throwing money at something that doesn't need it

 

How much should I expect to pay for the mounts from the dealership? Or would you recommend me a place to get OEM mounts online?

For your viewing pleasure:

 

www.autopartswarehouse.com

Or any number of links in the marketplace section

 

nice little del sol