The dealer says my front and right-side engine mounts are "broken." Rather than pay the $600 or so they want, I think I can do the job myself.

With regard to the front mount... it looks like a "genuine Honda" mount is well over $100 while an Anchor mount from RockAuto is around $43. The Anchor mount says, "Does Not Include Vacuum Line Fitting or Nut." Does that mean it is a solid mount that does not connect to the vacuum engine mount control system? If it does not, is it going to make a big difference?

 

It likely means the mount is solid rubber and may be much stiffer than OEM. Effect will be lots more engine vibration at idle, but I don't know if it would be tolerable or not.

You may want to look at used parts; ebay primarily for this part.

This is not a trivial job on V6 engine. Rear mount may require lowering subframe to access. Forward mount is accessible, but difficult. See following excellent video. Remember, this is the easy one.


I would be sure the rear mount needs replacement by close inspection (if visible) while shifting to D & R and observing motion and looking for physical damage.

good luck

 

Thanks for responding! Fortunately, the rear mount does not need replacing, just the front and right-side mounts. From what you said, I think I'll get the "genuine Honda" front mount and the generic Anchor side mount...