NC Engine Mount Kit by AWR

AWR's new and improved NC engine mount kit is a direct bolt-on replacement for your MX-5 chassis with a 2.0L motor. Their fabricated steel replacement motor mounts are paired with Energy Suspension polyurethane bushings that mount in the factory location, giving more secure engine support. These mounts improve shifting and completely change the feel of the car, keeping power sent to the wheels as it should be. Want less engine movement, cleaner shifts, as well as many more benefits? AWR Racing has you covered!

These mounts help stop drive train lash (rocking) when transitioning from on and off the throttle. They help keep the engine stable inside the engine compartment, putting the power to the ground instead of rocking the engine and missing shifts while providing more direct throttle response and precise gear selections.

Design updates:

• New welded inner barrel bushing support
• If you plan on running a softer durometer in a high-horsepower build for NVH concerns, AWR has designed a new barrel that prevents softer durometer bushings from sliding back and forth over time due to excessive heat and power.
• Shorter profile mount
• After lots of R&D and street/track testing, AWR developed this shorter profile mount. Not only does it create more space, but it allows room to install a heat shield on the passenger side mount to prevent bushings from melting or deteriorating. This improves the longevity of the bushings, especially those who are running a softer durometer option.
• Exterior bushing retainers
• Bushing retainers are supplied with these engine mounts to help keep bushings in place. If you have a higher horsepower build but excessive NVH from harder bushings does not sound good to you, these retainers help allow high HP builds to run softer durometer options without worrying about bushings being replaced constantly after track and autocross sessions.
• Heat shield - great addition for those running aftermarket exhaust headers
• If you are running an aftermarket exhaust header, it is recommended to run a heat shield for bushing longevity to prevent the excessive heat from melting the polyurethane bushings, especially if you are running a 62 or 70 durometer bushing option in your engine mounts. If you are running a stock header, a heat shield is not necessary, but can still be installed.

Specifications:

• Made in the USA
• Laser cut
• CNC folded
• Tig welded in house
• Provided with Energy Suspension polyurethane bushings
• Powder coated silver for a very durable finish

Included in kit:

• Passenger and driver NC engine mounts
• Optional - heat shield

What durometer is best for you?

Since 1995, AWR Racing has been producing top-of-the-line Miata and MX-5 mounts. Their motor mounts utilize larger bushings to reduce NVH, specifically cabin vibration.

Here's a breakdown of their durometer options and their recommended usage:

• 62 durometer (ultra soft) for daily driving with little to no modifications
• 70 durometer (soft) for lightly to intermediate modification levels
• 88 durometer (medium) for modified street and track builds
• 95 durometer (hard) for highly modified/extreme builds

If your first option doesn't suit your needs, don't worry! All of AWR's bushings can be swapped out or replaced. Keep in mind that initial NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) may be present but will settle after approximately 500 miles driven.

Application:

2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 MX5 NC 2.0L