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Originally Posted by 97 SL320
Are you using metal covers over the mounts that others call hear shields? Looking at the design, these are actually snubbers that reduce shear loads. Also, be sure the mounts are not stretched when installed, these mounts have very poor strength in tension and not so good in shear.
Have a look at McMaster - Carr for " anti vibration mounts " and you will find lots of info.
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Yes, the metal covers are intact and in place......always have been. I'm just tired of the damn rubber mounts lasting about 3 months or so. And yes, the engine gets a valve adjustment every 15,000 miles and idles very smoothly.