yet another JBR 88 review

[BigRedSpecial]

Finally installed my RMM over the weekend; figured I'd give impressions for anyone who is on the fence.

1. Do it. Because fucking racecar. I have less than 20km's on the mount, and the vibs are fuck all. Cold startup is loud, load on the engine under 2000rpm's is rough. That's it. Once you hit 2000 rpm everything magically smooths out. You shouldn't be under 2000rpm anyway. So, around town, you don't really notice it. That's without it settling in. Vibrations will go down from there. Seriously. Makes the girlfriend wet. Anyone who thinks the vibrations are too much needs to trade their car in and buy a corolla.

2. Get the 88. I was on the fence over whether to get the 88 or 80. I literally punched myself in the throat for even considering the lesser product.

3. what a limp dicked piece of shit the factory mount is. I can move the mount with two fingers. What the fuck Mazda??

4. Install was mega easy. If you can figure out how to dress yourself in the morning, you can put the mount in. Hardest part for me was getting the car on ramps. "Shallow slope for lower riding cars" my ass.

5. Shifting: holy shit. I already had the SSP/SSB/heavy knob. Loved the precision of the shifter, but there was still some notchyness. That's completely gone now. Shifting is completely telepathic. I think about a gear, and the shifter moves its self. Seriously. Paranormal shit going on.

6. Traction: who knows. Failwheel drive + winter tires = no traction below 4th gear anyway. Looking forward to seeing how much wheel hop is reduced.

7. In case you didn't pick up on my tone, BUY THIS GODDAMN MOUNT. Anyone who doesn't say the same is a pussy and needs to drive either a corolla or Grand Marquee.


UPDATE: I have about 600kms on the mount now, and it has settled down quite a bit. The engine still roars to life on cold starts, but other than that this thing could pass for factory. Idle is noticeable but not unpleasant whatsoever. The vibrations under load <2000rpm are only <1500 now, and the slight vibration I found while cruising at highway speeds is gone.

I thought I would enjoy this mount for its advantages and live with the drawbacks... There are no drawbacks. This thing could honestly pass for OEM in a performance-oriented car. Fuck the 80a, fuck the 70a. Get the 88.

6 MONTH UPDATE: Other than a very small, ~200rpm window around 1400-1600 rpm under load, I can't notice any vibrations whatsoever from this mount. Others may notice it, but for me, It's completely unnoticeable; almost boring. I can't wait to get the side mounts to bring back the rough feel. I honestly miss it. Wheel hop is also non existent.

[Noodlesincup]

Great review boss
You should become a spokesman for jbr lol

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[BigRedSpecial]

I'd gladly become a spokesman if they paid me in parts

[triphop631]

I just put this in. It is the TITS.

I agree 100% with everything @BigRedSpecial said.

I came from a SURE Street Mount.

[BigRedSpecial]

I have 70kms on it now, and have another observation... cold startup with this mount is the coolest fucking thing in the world. Ever see a radial engine start up? like the engines on a WWII Bomber? that's what it's like. Coolest effect I've ever seen/heard. I'm hoping it doesn't go away as it settles in

[breakfstincluded]

I have all 3 JBR's in 80 duro. And it couldn't be more perfect.

But when I had just the 80RMM in, my first thought was, "I should have gotten the 88 lol"

[jeopardy98]

This will be my next mod.

[RyansSpd3]

Just bought this today can't wait for it to go on...I dunno why but I've had my car for a year and I always stalled on getting the rmm lol

[JBR]

Thanks guys!!

[BigRedSpecial]

No problem Jaime, it's well deserved for designing such an awesome product.

@breakfstincluded, you definitely should have gotten the 88. I honestly don't see any reason to get anything softer. Mine is already starting to settle down (albeit slowly) with barely over 100kms on it.

I had previously planned on going with the 70a PMM/TMM because I didn't want a huge amount of vibration; after feeling the bone I'm sold on the 80s. Only question now is whether I'd rather be fully mounted or lose my balance shafts (with TMM).

[3starmagnum]

I just ordered my 88 duro as well! I can't wait for the install!

[bewsted]

Originally Posted by RyansSpd3 Just bought this today can't wait for it to go on...I dunno why but I've had my car for a year and I always stalled on getting the rmm lol

Because you be slow.....


Dont stop at the rmm here btw fuckers.....stiffen yo shit up and get a PMM and TMM

[RyansSpd3]

Slow indeed lol and will do so I can become fast with all 3 mounts

[hartynorseman]

You sir, are my inspiration. Got an 88a I am installing soon.

[BeastMS3]

just bought this. should be going in either tomorrow or Sunday. Quality product and great customer service.

[BigRedSpecial]

OP updated with impressions after 600kms

[dhsieh911018]

this talked me into buying the 88 haha.... i was sold on one sentence in op's review...

"Because fucking racecar!" lol

[burntRice]

Installed the dog bone RMM...omg feels like a different car!! and good thing I did install check out my stock mount...Absolutely can't wait to install the other two.

[Vinnie]

Originally Posted by burntRice Installed the dog bone RMM...omg feels like a different car!! and good thing I did install check out my stock mount...Absolutely can't wait to install the other two.

you missing a washer there?

[Big sugaaakane1]

wow. this is exactly what i wanted to know, whether the 80a or 88, i asked on shout and got torn apart, searching does go far......

[bewsted]

Might be pc black and hard to see in the pic

[VRM_MS3]

i have a full jbr mounts right now (all 80a) and now thinking about getting the jbr 88db

[himurax13]

This is one of the few mods I have purchased that didn't give me any problems after I installed it.

[KRNAGE]

im going to order from JBR soon, side mount 88 package.....and maybe a few other goodies from JBR

[JBR]

Originally Posted by KRNAGE im going to order from JBR soon, side mount 88 package.....and maybe a few other goodies from JBR

Let me know if you have any questions.

[BigRedSpecial]

Since this is back from the dead, I might as well give me impressions at the 6 month mark...

Other than a very small, ~200rpm window around 1400-1600 rpm under load, I can't notice any vibrations whatsoever from this mount. Others may notice it, but for me, It's completely unnoticeable; almost boring. I can't wait to get the side mounts to bring back the rough feel. I honestly miss it.

OP updated with same.

[LakeSTLMS3]

Originally Posted by BigRedSpecial Since this is back from the dead, I might as well give me impressions at the 6 month mark... Other than a very small, ~200rpm window around 1400-1600 rpm under load, I can't notice any vibrations whatsoever from this mount. Others may notice it, but for me, It's completely unnoticeable; almost boring. I can't wait to get the side mounts to bring back the rough feel. I honestly miss it. OP updated with same.

I have the TRZ dogbone, which is essentially the same as JBR's and I couldn't agree with you more. Very small vibrations under low rpm's in a narrow window and thats it! Not sure why so many people are nervous about vibes with the 88, I dont even feel them anymore.

Can't wait to put JBR's 80d side mounts on this weekend! I'm going racecar baby!!!!!

[SparkySparks]

The more time I spend on here reading the more I am thinking of going 88 instead of the 80 I was originally going to order.

[LakeSTLMS3]

Originally Posted by SparkySparks The more time I spend on here reading the more I am thinking of going 88 instead of the 80 I was originally going to order.

Go for the dogbone man......trust me its worth the extra performance gain. I originally had a 70 and while it had zero vibes, its nothing like the 88.

[KRNAGE]

Just installed the trilogy 88 also and it is fantastic, sure there are vibes but I like it and all the noise now : race car

Nice work JBR

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[exentix]

Originally Posted by KRNAGE Just installed the trilogy 88 also and it is fantastic, sure there are vibes but I like it and all the noise now : race car Nice work JBR Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2

it will die down significantly if you just installed all 3 at once. give it around 1000 miles to be totally broken in. youll love them though

[KRNAGE]

as long as it keeps the noises thats OK, I dont mind the vibes, makes it all feel connected.

[CrKeKi_13]

i just installed the 88 rmm along with ssp and bushings this weekend and I absolutely LOVE the way it sounds when I start my car and the vibes!! I don't understand why anyone would think the vibrations are too much?? I would call you a pussy but from my own personal experience my pussy loves it

I'm still fine tuning my shifter, but each shift already feels amazing!

Thanks Jamie!!

[JBR]

Thank You Sir!!