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Mini review of new AD Dogbones

Started by avidmotion, May 22, 2020, 06:58:12 PM

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avidmotion

I want to do a small review of the Anthony Dicunzolo Gen2 dog bones/ trans -engine mounts.
I received my mounts from Anthony several months ago. Unfortunately I was separated from my car for several months while I do 12 rounds of chemo in Naples Florida. With the current pandemic I had no way to get my car until just recently. I immediately had the dogbones put on.
First thing you will notice upon arrival is they are a work of art. Perfect welds, great paint job, athesically pleasing complete with zerk fittings for lubrication. Mine came pre-lubed with a clear synthetic lube.
My wife wanted to see them but I called them wishbones, not dogbones so while rooting around the back of the car she said she did not see anything like a wishbone. Later while talking I called them correctly dogbones. She said immediately she saw the nice "dogbones" but thought that could not be them. She said they are too nice to GO UNDER your car!
Nethertheless they installed nicely in 15 minutes.(at a mechanics with lift and air tools) Mechanic torqued inside to 76 and outside to 80 lbs. Not sure what that means I was not there to see install.
First thing upon start up is the different sound of your motor. It has a low bass growl, subtle yet noticeable but gone by 35 mph. Car is more responsive to inputs, totally got rid of the once in awhile wheel hop I get, has a real connected feel to the road and improved my already near perfect shifting. (I also changed trans fluid to Amsoil same time) Now 1st to 2nd while under WOT is like a dual clutch, can not feel the shift can just hear rpms change. Second to third is a nano second shove forward, 3rd to 4th no difference noted....rarely get into 4th or above in WOT....
So in conclusion I love them, would highly reccomend and would do again kind of thing. Great job Anthony!
Sp542@.028, windstorm CAI, MSD coils, AO GH TUNE, GH intercooler, All Amsoil, General Gmax-rs summer tires, +PP, PP PADS,EDC rotors, Colinite 476s wax, used PPE DPs, Resonator | 3rd Cat Delete with custom X pipe, Dicunzolo Gen2 Trans Mounts|, 3 bar, stock thermostat,  TRACY LEWIS DESIGNED Team RXP, the Original oil separator.

SHOdded

Nice review, and best of luck with your treatments.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

ZSHO

#2
Glad the Gen 2 mounts have exceeded your expectations.
I hope you are doing well and please stay positive. Z


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twin4573

Great Review! I will be ordering my mounts soon! I made contacts months ago.


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Kanajana

Thanks for the review as well. I am on Anthony's wait list.
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802SHO

Awesome review and yes you can feel the engine start...I love feeling more connected to the car.  Likewise keep fighting the fight, wishing you a complete recovery!

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Currently World's Fastest Ecoboost SHO
11.063 @ 123.17 MPH!  NED 10/10/20

joe raptor

Does anyone know what kind of grease I have to use to keep this "dog bones" lubricated ?? Thanks brothers !!

Macgyver

Well OEMs dont have grease.

I copper never seized mine one time and thats it for me.

I would use a synthetic based lube if you want to get picky.

StinkinLinkin13

Agreed. I can't remember a single dogbone style mount that used grease. I never understood the grease certs on these. Vibration is part of the game. But to each his own. I'm sure some swear by it.
Livernois Catless downpipes with Totalflow mufflers - AJP E40/Meth tune - Firestorm HPFP - DW 300 LPFP - Kenne Bell Boost-a-Pump - 3 Bar Map - Alky Controls Meth Injection - 160° Thermostat - EPP Hot Pipes - AEM Dryflow Filter - BOV VTA - SSM Polyurethane Torque Struts - H&R Sport Springs - 20"x10" Niche Veronas on 275/40-20 DWS06 -

10ECOMKS

If you want to add some grease, Dielectric grease is compatible with Poly bushings. I don't have zerks on my mounts, but a added some to the bushings before install.

avidmotion

Still loving the dogbones, do more then i thought. Would not go back....
Sp542@.028, windstorm CAI, MSD coils, AO GH TUNE, GH intercooler, All Amsoil, General Gmax-rs summer tires, +PP, PP PADS,EDC rotors, Colinite 476s wax, used PPE DPs, Resonator | 3rd Cat Delete with custom X pipe, Dicunzolo Gen2 Trans Mounts|, 3 bar, stock thermostat,  TRACY LEWIS DESIGNED Team RXP, the Original oil separator.