Audi Subframe Mount Kit - Rein 1K0199868QKT

Product Information

A subframe mount bushing (also referred to simply as a subframe mount) is a vibration-isolating bushing used to connect the front and rear subframe to the vehicle’s main body or unibody. The subframe itself serves as a structural framework to mount key assemblies such as the suspension, engine, and transmission. Because the drivetrain and suspension are mounted to the subframe, they naturally transmit vibrations to the body of the car. The subframe mount acts as an additional cushion, absorbing vibrations, shocks, and road noise while allowing some flexibility in the subframe’s movement. This helps reduce stress on the vehicle’s body and provides a smoother, more comfortable ride.

There are a few common types of subframe mounts. In an OE application such as a stock vehicle, the mount is typically made of solid rubber, voided rubber (some holes to increase flexibility), or occasionally hydraulic-filled rubber. In performance and race applications, minimizing movement in the subframe is important to maintain correct suspension geometry during high G-loads, so going to polyurethane mounts or reinforcements is a popular upgrade.

Aging or torn subframe mounts can cause several issues, including poor handling or tracking of the wheels, inability to maintain an alignment with abnormal tire wear, and bangs or clunks when transferring load front to back, like when braking or accelerating. Inspect the mounts for cracks or tears, or leaks if the mount is hydraulic.

• Bangs and Clunks: If you are experiencing clunks or bangs when going over bumps, or when braking or accelerating is a sign that the entire subframe is moving around excessively and the mounts may be bad.
• Increased Vibration (NVH): Subframe mount bushings are designed to isolate vibrations from the engine and suspension. When they go bad, they will not effectively absorb NVH, and you will feel more vibrations transferred to the cabin.
• Handling and alignment issues: Since the suspension is connected to the subframe, the mounts must be in good shape. If they aren't, the suspension will have more freedom of movement independent from the car body/frame, and it may also be difficult to maintain an alignment.
• Excess Movement: With the car securely off the ground, use a lever like a pry bar between the subframe and the body of the car. If there is excess movement and it is easy to shift the subframe, the mounts should be replaced.

About Rein

Founded in 2007, CRP Automotive introduced the Rein Automotive line of OE-quality replacement parts to the aftermarket. And in just two short years, Rein Automotive has become very popular among both warehouse distributors and professional repair technicians. Rein is the German word for “pure”, and has come to be synonymous with quality in the automotive aftermarket. A true dealer alternative.

The Rein brand includes a growing number of “better than OE” parts for selected applications. These parts address known weaknesses and premature failures of factory parts. Many of these replacement and service solutions have been developed with the help of our Innovation Council, a hand-picked group of experienced professional repair technicians and shop owners throughout North America.

All Rein Automotive OE-quality parts are backed by the CRP Automotive standard, and are backed with a ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification. Each year, CRP Automotive ships thousands of Rein Automotive brand products. And with widespread NAFTA market distribution through strategically placed warehouses in Cranbury, New Jersey and Puebla, Mexico - OE-quality products like Rein Automotive are delivered to customers both faster and more cost-effectively than ever before.

In 2017 Rein partnered with FCP Euro in competing a W204 C300 AER car for the 2017 season. The partnership focused FCP Euro to dive deep into the Rein catalog offering, and hundreds of new products were added and integrated into our catalog. Hundreds of new packages were created not only using the full part pine up of Rein products, but also the entire family of CRP products like Pentosin.

Rein is also an innovative brand, winning numerous trade awards — including multiple new product innovation awards at the annual AAPEX trade show.