Installing Hinson motor mounts and transmission mount on my 2006 Pontiac GTO

[@thebobbysanders9751]

Solid advice bro just bought 04 per weekend I’m trying to upgrade/preventative maintenance since I did buy it with 125,000 miles

[@spiceredgto9338]

Welcome to the gto community!

[@brianh9470]

Great video. Going to do the Hinson motor mounts soon.

[@thisoldnew4544]

5:00 for when I pull the motor. Look at the engine mount aluminum bracket.

[@thisoldnew4544]

To me: It's a heat shield for the fuel lines so it's most likely going to be bent so disregard it.

[@OffRoadMotoFilms]

When you put your catch can on did you leave the pcv system plugged in all around accept for that one hose on the passenger side

[@spiceredgto9338]

Sorry for the late response but I actually bought the car with the catch can already. If you find me on Instagram and send me a message, I can get you a in depth video if you still need help!

[@anadthebarbarian]

Is the trans mount similar on a G8? Can't find any vids specifically on it and my car's got some wicked vibration when reversing, etc. Motor mounts seem good...

[@spiceredgto9338]

I’m not 100% sure but let me ask a buddy and I’ll get back with you.

[@spiceredgto9338]

It does look similar with two small bolts holding the cross member up. I would support your transmission with a jack while replacing that mount. Doesn’t look like it would take longer then 30 minutes. Hope this helps!

[@theortegafamily3398]

I just skim through the video gonna re watch it later just wanted to ask what headers are you running I got kooks LT and I’m kinda worried about them hitting the steering column was woindering if shorter mounts would be better or stiffer oem ones

[@spiceredgto9338]

Kooks lt shouldn’t hit unless your engine mounts are bad. I have speed engineering lt and they didn’t hit but I have a M6 but a buddy has an A4 and they hit. If yours do happen to hit, you can try moving your steering rack back before buying new mounts. Let me know how it works out!

[@thedjc257]

​@spiceredgto9338 i just installed speed engineering headers they will hit the steering shaft knuckle when turning an giving it gas any tips

[@mastana613]

Did these mounts increase vibration? If so, was it a worthwhile tradeoff for improved feel?

[@spiceredgto9338]

I didn’t notice an increased vibration, my motor is basically stock though. Maybe with a cam it would increase vibration but if your stock engine mounts are collapsed then it’s definitely a major upgrade.

[@freshtad3ff]

So with those mounts you don’t have any issues with the drive shaft? I’ve been thing about getting one. And already have those mounts.

[@spiceredgto9338]

No issues at all! I’m very happy with how it all turned out!

[@Dirtygarage06]

Are you still planning on the Battle Aero kit

[@spiceredgto9338]

Yes, check out my Instagram for more pictures! instagram.com/spicy_gto?igshid=1iwhirh49wkla

[@MrAndersonAFK]

quality video m8

[@spiceredgto9338]

Thank you!

[@Heliboy1968]

Question... Great video and I gave this a try on my 06. Bought the hinson motor and trans mounts and managed ok with the transmission mount. However, after removing upper and lower bolts on motor mounts and jacking up from oil pan, the whole car raised! Did you have any stuck issues?

[@spiceredgto9338]

Mine did the same thing but I was able to use a short crowbar and wedge them out. I would recommend removing the bolts for your trans mount again and, depending on how easy it is for you, unbolt your manifolds too. Hopefully this helps!

[@Heliboy1968]

@@spiceredgto9338 I'll give that a try. Thanks for reaching out!

[@Mr-th5hw]

I have an 06 GTO and my rear end slightly lifts up when i put it in reverse , and when i shift to drive it sags down. Any idea what it could be ?? I figure it’s the transmission mounts because when it sags, it sounds like bushings are being forced together.

[@spiceredgto9338]

Is your car an automatic?

[@robertwoodward4525]

independent suspension does that and that's normal in a automatic

[@Mr-th5hw]

@@robertwoodward4525 that explains it all , i was worried, thanks !

[@franciscodavila6931]

Quick question what rims are those ?

[@spiceredgto9338]

These are ROH drift r wheels in a 18x8 18x9 staggered set up

[@franciscodavila6931]

Spice Red GTO thank you !

[@Emazingridez10000]

Can you do a alternator replace vid? Need a few pointers thanks! Great channel

[@spiceredgto9338]

I will as soon as mine needs replaced! I pulled this write up and hopefully it helps, if you have any more questions just let me know! Post:Disconnect battery. Remove intake tube. Remove serpentine belt. Disconnect rubber coolant hose going from radiator to engine. (Use towl on radiator side to prevent coolant from pouring out.) Disconnect 2 electrical plugs to radiator fans. Remove fan shroud with fans by simplying pulling up. For better leverage, take 2 bolts that hold the steering pump on, off. (Not necessary but makes it easier.) Altenator is held in place by 3 bolts.

[@Emazingridez10000]

@@spiceredgto9338 thanks. Has anyone you know had any luck with high output alternators? Stock is 140. But I've seen 180 and 220 . just wondering because gtos are touchy lol. Mines a 04

[@spiceredgto9338]

djemazing100 not that I know of, these cars are super touchy... do you have a sound system or something you are trying to power?

[@RealRestartPWN]

djemazing100 it’s not bad, remove the cold air intake and fan shroud to give yourself extra room and just remove the 4 bolts along with the ground and power wire and it comes right out. If you replace the alternator I can not stress it enough use OEM ONLY!!! I replaced mine with a shit car quest alternator and the resistor failed after a month and was overcharging all my electronics and was causing a ton of issues, replaced with oem one from amazon and have absolutely no issues

[@DRRAGE6488]

Do you have an instagram? When do you plan on doing the widebody?

[@spiceredgto9338]

I completed the wide body several weeks ago and planned on doing a video once my wheels arrived but I’m so indecisive I haven’t ordered them yet 😅 instagram.com/spicy_gto?igshid=1iwhirh49wkla

[@DRRAGE6488]

@@spiceredgto9338 oh yes looks badass. Some wide wheels will make it look amazing though

[@timmartinl7855]

Yeah I was saying to myself it's airs like your changing him too early 100000 miles = a 160000 kmeters which we talking Australia komitas not miles in I know those cars because that car is in Australia made

[@timmartinl7855]

Because that should To go to 200000 kmeters or more

[@robertbattige2800]

Clunking probably coming from u joint in the driveshaft

[@spiceredgto9338]

I think it was, sounds tons better now!

[@heyyo_hurt]

Get it balanced bro and it should go away with not vibrations

[@spiceredgto9338]

It’s crazy how tight it is now! I can feel the engine vibration more but no more clunking, especially when reversing.

[@heyyo_hurt]

@@spiceredgto9338 awesome after mine go out again Imma go with peddlers, did you get it balanced before Installation

[@spiceredgto9338]

HEYYO _HURT are you talking about the driveshaft itself?

[@heyyo_hurt]

@@spiceredgto9338 yes sir, there is race shop we're stay that balances to your vehicle spec on a machine. Didn't know they could until about a month ago

[@spiceredgto9338]

HEYYO _HURT that’s awesome! I have a DSS one piece and figured they were balanced from them but it says they are only balanced to 155mph. I don’t plan on doing over that but still lol