[Prana25]

I posted on the R230 board with no input. It was suggested to check around the AMG group...

So, OP: It's time to change the engine mounts on the SL55 (again) and found the "Black Series" upgrades. I'm heavily leaning toward going this way, but wanted to hear other's experiences.

Mercedes Black Series Engine Mount Upgrade Kit - Genuine Mercedes 2402400817

Mercedes Black Series Engine Mount Upgrade Kit - Genuine Mercedes 2402400817

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Also, if anyone has used other options (I've seen a couple of "performance" mounts online), please let me know of those experiences also. I don't think I'd go with a solid track style, as I think it would transfer too much vibration, but maybe I'm wrong.

German Muscle Mercedes-Benz AMG M113/M113k Billet/Polyurethane Engine Mounts - German Muscle

German Muscle M113 / M113k Billet / Poly Engine Mounts

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03-08 Mercedes SL55 AMG Engine Mounts

03-08 Mercedes SL55 AMG MANUFACTURED, PROCESSED, AND ASSEMBLED IN HOUSE Direct replacement Laser cut stainless steel framework Anodized CNC machined 6061 aluminum Grade 12.9 zinc plated fasteners Replaceable polyurethane isolators Available in two hardnesses Limited lifetime warranty Our...

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[Centurion6971]

I've have the black series mounts on my s55 for several years now of hard driving, and I would recommend no other mounts especially the transmission mount. The black series trans mount is significantly more robust. I was only getting about a year ,10k miles out of regular trans mounts before they sag and drop, causing driveline vibrations. And the motor mounts are not the easiest to change so do your self a favor and get the black

 

[Prana25]

I've have the black series mounts on my s55 for several years now of hard driving, and I would recommend no other mounts especially the transmission mount. The black series trans mount is significantly more robust. I was only getting about a year ,10k miles out of regular trans mounts before they sag and drop, causing driveline vibrations. And the motor mounts are not the easiest to change so do your self a favor and get the black

Thanks for the reply. I did replace the engine mounts with the black series. In big part, because the mounts on the SL55 are notoriously hard. I was going to have my indy do it, but when he quoted me $1k in labor, I decided that an afternoon of my time and gained knowledge was worth it. It was a complete PIA (the driver side). When I pulled the old one out, it fell into 3 pieces. Not good considering they were about 3 years old. So we'll see how these hold up.

I'm curious about the transmission mount. Everything I read kind of pointed to it being not worth the cost. It's interesting that you have a different opinion. If you can think of any details, please share. Is it just lasting that much longer?

 

[addmoregas]

I've had the BS mounts on 2 cars. Good upgrade.

If you want better, ECE was the go-to but since Ahmad folded up shop, I believe now Creative Steel is the only vendor for performance mounts. They've been around a long time.

Creative Steel