Front end 'thunking' noise

rab60bit · 10th September 2014, 11:26

2004 Contemporary SE HiLine saloon 2.5 manual
I'm sure it's something to do with engine mounts (and I've read here that there are 3). There is a dull 'thunk' coming from the engine compartment (in the area sounding like the lower centre/O/S, beyond the bulkhead), happens especially when changing from 1st to 2nd gear - if I take particular care with feeding-in the clutch it's generally not present.
I've asked the question here recently but I'm damned if I can now find the correspondence with a member so help please.
If it is the lower mount (N/S gearbox?, KKH101385) that is the likely culprit I've read that a modified/improved version is available (being/been tested here by one of our experts) from China, if so where can I get hold of one PDQ?
If it's something else then am I perhaps looking for the upper N/S hydra bush+ snubbers (KKU106483 +KKD100671)?
I don't have unlimited funds/time/resources but I probably need to get this sorted soon

doopydug · 10th September 2014, 13:28

www.dmgrs.co.uk

DMGRS · 10th September 2014, 14:58

Hello there,
I have brand new OEM mounts as fitted to the MG7 in China - here they are:
V6 Lower Engine Mount
It's worthy of note they're still on the way to me, however should be here in the next few days.

rab60bit · 10th September 2014, 16:44

I take it that what you are awaiting delivery is the 'improved' product and from my description you are confirming it is what you think is the problem (I'm not asking you for a guarantee diagnosis, just a fair comment...).
Noted you're away soon so I'll order on your response - and thanks for the help.

DMGRS · 10th September 2014, 16:52

The best way to find if that's the issue is to have a look - there shouldn't be any cracks or tears in the rubber part of the bush.

Thumping when changing gear is usually these bushes, however.
I'm still here for another week and a half, and they should be here well before I leave.

ProfDave · 10th September 2014, 19:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMGRS

Hello there,
I have brand new OEM mounts as fitted to the MG7 in China - here they are:
V6 Lower Engine Mount
It's worthy of note they're still on the way to me, however should be here in the next few days.

one of these recently fitted to my ZTT 190; very good! Bit of a squeeze getting the longer bolt out passed the sensor and exhaust but achieved without dismembering the car!

rab60bit · 17th September 2014, 21:56

Mat,
I'm ordering a lower mount tonight, I'm not desperate however, are they in stock yet?

10th September 2014, 11:26	#1
rab60bit Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon & Tourer Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Wilmslow Posts: 1,531 Thanks: 433 Thanked 301 Times in 212 Posts	Front end 'thunking' noise 2004 Contemporary SE HiLine saloon 2.5 manual I'm sure it's something to do with engine mounts (and I've read here that there are 3). There is a dull 'thunk' coming from the engine compartment (in the area sounding like the lower centre/O/S, beyond the bulkhead), happens especially when changing from 1st to 2nd gear - if I take particular care with feeding-in the clutch it's generally not present. I've asked the question here recently but I'm damned if I can now find the correspondence with a member so help please. If it is the lower mount (N/S gearbox?, KKH101385) that is the likely culprit I've read that a modified/improved version is available (being/been tested here by one of our experts) from China, if so where can I get hold of one PDQ? If it's something else then am I perhaps looking for the upper N/S hydra bush+ snubbers (KKU106483 +KKD100671)? I don't have unlimited funds/time/resources but I probably need to get this sorted soon

10th September 2014, 14:58	#3
DMGRS Discount MG Rover Spares Rover 75 CDTi, 2x MG ZS180 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hythe, Southampton Posts: 11,368 Thanks: 456 Thanked 3,377 Times in 2,027 Posts	Hello there, I have brand new OEM mounts as fitted to the MG7 in China - here they are: V6 Lower Engine Mount It's worthy of note they're still on the way to me, however should be here in the next few days. __________________ Your trusted MG Rover specialist! Tel: 02380 001133 / Email: [email protected] We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try! Remember - discount code FORUM5 for 5% off

10th September 2014, 16:52	#5
DMGRS Discount MG Rover Spares Rover 75 CDTi, 2x MG ZS180 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hythe, Southampton Posts: 11,368 Thanks: 456 Thanked 3,377 Times in 2,027 Posts	The best way to find if that's the issue is to have a look - there shouldn't be any cracks or tears in the rubber part of the bush. Thumping when changing gear is usually these bushes, however. I'm still here for another week and a half, and they should be here well before I leave. __________________ Your trusted MG Rover specialist! Tel: 02380 001133 / Email: [email protected] We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try! Remember - discount code FORUM5 for 5% off

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10th September 2014, 16:44	#4
rab60bit Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon & Tourer Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Wilmslow Posts: 1,531 Thanks: 433 Thanked 301 Times in 212 Posts	I take it that what you are awaiting delivery is the 'improved' product and from my description you are confirming it is what you think is the problem (I'm not asking you for a guarantee diagnosis, just a fair comment...). Noted you're away soon so I'll order on your response - and thanks for the help.

17th September 2014, 21:56	#7
rab60bit Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon & Tourer Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Wilmslow Posts: 1,531 Thanks: 433 Thanked 301 Times in 212 Posts	Mat, I'm ordering a lower mount tonight, I'm not desperate however, are they in stock yet?