body mounts, which are preferred? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bigblock73 · 03-06-2003, 01:48 PM

Getting ready to purchase some body mounts and was wondering what kind you are running, what kind are best, and the pros and cons of each of them might be?

Thanks - Jeff

J-Spec C10 · 03-06-2003, 01:53 PM

I am looking into the same thing, just for reference. Does anyone make polyurethane ones?

78SilveradoSWB · 03-06-2003, 02:00 PM

I think Energy Suspension poly body mounts are the vendor of choice and I think PST makes them in graphite impregnated poly which are as good or better.

bigblock73 · 03-06-2003, 02:15 PM

What would be the diff from polygraphite vs. stock rubber replacement? The life span of the mounts themselves? Would the ride be harsher with them?

-Jeff

**swervin ervin** · 03-06-2003, 02:30 PM

Jeff,

when I replaced mine, I went back with stock rubber mounts. I have Energy Suspension bushings everywhere except for body mounts. I didn't want to feel anymore vibrations in the cab than I do now. The stock rubber will absorb more of it than polyurethane. Of course, I would wait until someone who does indeed have poly mounts to reply before making a decision on what I would do.

One thing I do know for sure. When I replaced my motor and tranny mounts, it really added to what you felt in the cab. It sure makes it easier to feel the engine running. I rather like it though.

**Captkaos** · 03-06-2003, 03:05 PM

I am using PST on my trucks this time around. Originally I had Energy suspension. PST body mounts are NOT polygraphite, they are just poly, no need for the graphite since they don't rotate.

Yes lifespan is different, poly doesn't deteriorate like the rubber does.

You WILL feel more through the cab with the poly than rubber, but I didn't mind it, but it isn't bad. Cab movement moves with the frame. It isn't bone jarring or anything, you just can tell it isn't "floating" anymore. Keep in mind that new rubber will be almost as stiff in comparison.

82 Silverado 4X · 03-06-2003, 06:23 PM

Just got the new JC Whitney catalog. They have what they call a Prothane Total Kit. For 81-87 2wd trucks they give you the leaf spring bushings, Body/Cab Mounts, Outer tie rod end boots, swaybar mount and end link set, Control arm set and transmission mount. Price$182.95. They also have just the Prothane body/cab mounts for $58.98

**swervin ervin** · 03-06-2003, 06:32 PM

Don't buy any Prothane bushings. They are crap. I bought some Prothane leaf spring bushings before, as well as some sway bar bushings. They are not in Energy Suspensions class.

82 Silverado 4X · 03-06-2003, 07:07 PM

Mike. Thanks for the info on Prothane. That's what makes this board so valuable. I was thinking about buying the Total Kit for my 77 Blazer Chalet but now I know to keep looking for a better product. The camper unit adds quite a bit of extra weight and the stock originals are flattened out so far that the body actually touches the frame in a few spots.

**swervin ervin** · 03-06-2003, 11:07 PM

NP George. I found out the hard way that all polyurethane bushings are not created equal. I swear by Energy Suspension, others like PST. Never having used PST bushings I can't say anything at all about them. But, I can with Energy Suspension. From the info gathered in this forum, I don't think you could go wrong with either company.

BaggedC10 · 03-07-2003, 12:29 AM

WORD to Mike's last reply. Energy Suspension and PST (<--- My favorite!) both are great companies. I will be replacing my cab mounts soon, and was wondering if anyone has suggestions? Any particular tips or things I should avoid?

03-06-2003, 01:48 PM	#1
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	body mounts, which are preferred? Getting ready to purchase some body mounts and was wondering what kind you are running, what kind are best, and the pros and cons of each of them might be? Thanks - Jeff

03-06-2003, 01:53 PM	#2
J-Spec C10 Whats this wire for?.... Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Barrie, Ontario, CANADA Posts: 378	I am looking into the same thing, just for reference. Does anyone make polyurethane ones? __________________ Kyle CANADIAN CONNECTION '82 C10 Resto-Custom--> * 2 1/4" manifold back dual exhaust with Hooker Aerochambers & High Flow Cats Taylor Ignition Wires Centerline 15" Telstars with 32"x10" mudders

03-06-2003, 02:00 PM	#3
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	I think Energy Suspension poly body mounts are the vendor of choice and I think PST makes them in graphite impregnated poly which are as good or better. __________________ Mitch 1978 Chevrolet Silverado C 10 454 BB, TH400

03-06-2003, 02:30 PM	#5
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Jeff, when I replaced mine, I went back with stock rubber mounts. I have Energy Suspension bushings everywhere except for body mounts. I didn't want to feel anymore vibrations in the cab than I do now. The stock rubber will absorb more of it than polyurethane. Of course, I would wait until someone who does indeed have poly mounts to reply before making a decision on what I would do. One thing I do know for sure. When I replaced my motor and tranny mounts, it really added to what you felt in the cab. It sure makes it easier to feel the engine running. I rather like it though. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-06-2003, 03:05 PM	#6
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	I am using PST on my trucks this time around. Originally I had Energy suspension. PST body mounts are NOT polygraphite, they are just poly, no need for the graphite since they don't rotate. Yes lifespan is different, poly doesn't deteriorate like the rubber does. You WILL feel more through the cab with the poly than rubber, but I didn't mind it, but it isn't bad. Cab movement moves with the frame. It isn't bone jarring or anything, you just can tell it isn't "floating" anymore. Keep in mind that new rubber will be almost as stiff in comparison. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-06-2003, 02:15 PM	#4
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	What would be the diff from polygraphite vs. stock rubber replacement? The life span of the mounts themselves? Would the ride be harsher with them? -Jeff

03-06-2003, 06:23 PM	#7
82 Silverado 4X Genuine Chevrolet Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: South West Pennsylvania. Posts: 582	Just got the new JC Whitney catalog. They have what they call a Prothane Total Kit. For 81-87 2wd trucks they give you the leaf spring bushings, Body/Cab Mounts, Outer tie rod end boots, swaybar mount and end link set, Control arm set and transmission mount. Price$182.95. They also have just the Prothane body/cab mounts for $58.98 __________________ George 82 Silverado LWB 4x4 350 SM465 NP208 77 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet 400 TH350 NP203

03-06-2003, 06:32 PM	#8
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Don't buy any Prothane bushings. They are crap. I bought some Prothane leaf spring bushings before, as well as some sway bar bushings. They are not in Energy Suspensions class. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-06-2003, 07:07 PM	#9
82 Silverado 4X Genuine Chevrolet Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: South West Pennsylvania. Posts: 582	Mike. Thanks for the info on Prothane. That's what makes this board so valuable. I was thinking about buying the Total Kit for my 77 Blazer Chalet but now I know to keep looking for a better product. The camper unit adds quite a bit of extra weight and the stock originals are flattened out so far that the body actually touches the frame in a few spots. __________________ George 82 Silverado LWB 4x4 350 SM465 NP208 77 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet 400 TH350 NP203

03-06-2003, 11:07 PM	#10
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	NP George. I found out the hard way that all polyurethane bushings are not created equal. I swear by Energy Suspension, others like PST. Never having used PST bushings I can't say anything at all about them. But, I can with Energy Suspension. From the info gathered in this forum, I don't think you could go wrong with either company. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-07-2003, 12:29 AM	#11
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	WORD to Mike's last reply. Energy Suspension and PST (<--- My favorite!) both are great companies. I will be replacing my cab mounts soon, and was wondering if anyone has suggestions? Any particular tips or things I should avoid? __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold



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