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the head · 08-27-2008, 12:51 PM

As is seeming to be quite common I have an interferenace problem with the front of my valve cover and the hood when running the nismo engine mounts...does anyone not have this issue? If so what mounts are you using?

hustlervibes · 08-27-2008, 09:39 PM

I'm assuming you're running a KA and the nismo mounts lift up the KA an inch or so and the DMax hood was probably designed with a SR in mind. My YF hood has a similar probelm, but barely rubs. Just get some lower motor mounts and you'll be fine.

Dousan_PG · 08-27-2008, 09:40 PM

it rubs SLIGHTLY
can cut out underneath or raise the rear

2 of my friends have aDMAX
on a s13 silvia face and a flip up s13 (180sx)

nothing u cant make work
its easy

Rayne · 08-27-2008, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dousan_PG

it rubs SLIGHTLY
can cut out underneath or raise the rear

2 of my friends have aDMAX
on a s13 silvia face and a flip up s13 (180sx)

nothing u cant make work
its easy

In addition to the above..filling your old engine mounts with polyurethane adhesive or sealant is an option to help make things work out.

Like a number of other people on the forums I refilled my old motor and transmission mounts with construction grade polyurethane adhesive and called it a day for mounts. I may end up venture into making custom solid mounts out of aluminum or some other metal.

red240 · 08-28-2008, 05:21 AM

I lowered my engine slightly by grinding the slot on the frame [both sides] where the engine mount bolts on,unbolt the engine mounts to the frame raise the engine , use a die grinder and a carbide bit and lengthen the slots down the frame then work the engine down a bit lower
Give it a try might help!

the head · 08-28-2008, 07:32 AM

Dousan,

any idea how much interference we are talking? I can get a 1/4" from chainging to URAS mounts is that enough or not?

Hustler
Its an SR

aNskY · 08-28-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red240

I lowered my engine slightly by grinding the slot on the frame [both sides] where the engine mount bolts on,unbolt the engine mounts to the frame raise the engine , use a die grinder and a carbide bit and lengthen the slots down the frame then work the engine down a bit lower
Give it a try might help!

the mounts sit pretty much in the middle of those slots.... i can see that only effective in lowering one side of the motor while raising the other. unless of course youre on stock (blown) mounts that flex downwards LOL

Teknolust72 · 08-28-2008, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the head

Dousan,

any idea how much interference we are talking? I can get a 1/4" from chainging to URAS mounts is that enough or not?

Hustler
Its an SR

Kazama mounts sit the lowest, and reduce engine movement the most when compared to other aftermarket mounts.

the head · 08-29-2008, 08:01 AM

anyone have any specs on excessive's solid aluminum mounts?

Who stocks the kazama mounts?

Teknolust72 · 09-02-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the head

anyone have any specs on excessive's solid aluminum mounts?

Who stocks the kazama mounts?

You can get the Kazama mounts from here:

More Japan

Style · 09-02-2008, 04:28 PM

i have cusco mount, s14sr in 180sx and dmax carbon fiber hood. it doesnt hit anything. but then again i got this hood 3 years ago fefore anyone, and the underside of my hood is different than the new dmax hoods now. maybe thats why mine doesnt hit.

Teknolust72 · 09-02-2008, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Style

i have cusco mount, s14sr in 180sx and dmax carbon fiber hood. it doesnt hit anything. but then again i got this hood 3 years ago fefore anyone, and the underside of my hood is different than the new dmax hoods now. maybe thats why mine doesnt hit.

How is your underside different...I thought they were all the same....

08-27-2008, 12:51 PM	#1
the head Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: in a dark room mastering the art of typing with one hand Posts: 2,164 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	DMax hood fitment As is seeming to be quite common I have an interferenace problem with the front of my valve cover and the hood when running the nismo engine mounts...does anyone not have this issue? If so what mounts are you using? __________________ I never knew you could do that with an eggplant

08-27-2008, 09:40 PM	#3
Dousan_PG Post Whore! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Orange County, California Age: 45 Posts: 16,640 Trader Rating: (23) Rides Gallery: Dousan_PG Feedback Score: 23 reviews	it rubs SLIGHTLY can cut out underneath or raise the rear 2 of my friends have aDMAX on a s13 silvia face and a flip up s13 (180sx) nothing u cant make work its easy __________________ Aaron Pink GodziRa www.geocities.com/pink_godzira

08-28-2008, 07:32 AM	#6
the head Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: in a dark room mastering the art of typing with one hand Posts: 2,164 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Dousan, any idea how much interference we are talking? I can get a 1/4" from chainging to URAS mounts is that enough or not? Hustler Its an SR __________________ I never knew you could do that with an eggplant

08-29-2008, 08:01 AM	#9
the head Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: in a dark room mastering the art of typing with one hand Posts: 2,164 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	anyone have any specs on excessive's solid aluminum mounts? Who stocks the kazama mounts? __________________ I never knew you could do that with an eggplant

08-27-2008, 09:39 PM	#2
hustlervibes Banned from the Marketplace Join Date: May 2006 Location: Southern California Rep Power: ∞ Age: 35 Posts: 2,453 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm assuming you're running a KA and the nismo mounts lift up the KA an inch or so and the DMax hood was probably designed with a SR in mind. My YF hood has a similar probelm, but barely rubs. Just get some lower motor mounts and you'll be fine.

08-28-2008, 05:21 AM	#5
red240 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 432 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	I lowered my engine slightly by grinding the slot on the frame [both sides] where the engine mount bolts on,unbolt the engine mounts to the frame raise the engine , use a die grinder and a carbide bit and lengthen the slots down the frame then work the engine down a bit lower Give it a try might help!

09-02-2008, 04:28 PM	#11
Style Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: on the corner Posts: 337 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	i have cusco mount, s14sr in 180sx and dmax carbon fiber hood. it doesnt hit anything. but then again i got this hood 3 years ago fefore anyone, and the underside of my hood is different than the new dmax hoods now. maybe thats why mine doesnt hit.