04-07 CTS-V ENGINE MOUNTS WITH SHIELDS
Our urethane mounts are a direct replacement for worn factory mounts. They will fit just like the factory mounts with no other modifications. The factory mounts are designed as a rubber bladder with liquid in them to create the soft, comfy feel of the Cadillac. After these mounts have had some miles on them, they crack and leak out the liquid creating a blown motor mount. You will notice if your engine mounts are bad by how your car turns off. If your vehicle rumbles to a stop like a diesel engine, your engine mounts are shot.
What sets our CTS-V engine mounts apart from our competition is our engine mounts have a two-part interlocking steel framework encased in urethane to give engine support in both directions of push and pull. When the engine tries to twist under acceleration the driver’s side of the engine tries to lift, putting that mount in tension (pull apart) and the passenger side mount in compression (push together).
Then, when you gear down into a corner or to stop, these forces are reversed. Our mounts are correctly designed and take both of these forces into account. BE AWARE that some polyurethane engine mounts sold on the market today only have bolts sticking out of each end with nothing to keep them from ripping out of the urethane when these forces are applied to the engine mounts.
Tools required are 21mm socket, t-10 reverse torx, a few extensions, swivel, 15mm and 13mm socket/wrench, 18mm socket.
We sell three different hardness’ of urethane for these mounts:
Stage 1: Stock replacement-Recommended for the daily drivers when passenger comfort is the primary concern with little to no performance upgrades.
Stage 2: Performance mount-Recommend for spirited drivers with multiple HP upgrades.
Stage 3: Full Race -Recommended for dedicated race vehicles. These rigidly mount the engine to the vehicle and will transmit vibration.
Comes with:
- 2x Engine Mounts
- 2x Heat Shields
K. Wray –
Awesome product! From the moment you remove the old stock mounts and compare them to these, you can see the improvement. I added these with the Transmission Mount and the difference is noticeable as soon as you turn the key. There is no more “slack” and you can feel the difference in immediate acceleration in every gear. The installation is a bit challenging, if you do not have access to a lift pay someone who does to install them. The instructional video is good but lacks some detail. Getting the old mounts out and the new set back in place was time consuming and those parts were not detailed in the video. However, don’t let this discourage you, even if you have to pay a mechanic to do the install, you won’t regret it!
Mike Eyler –
I just installed a set in my 05. Installation isn’t terribly difficult. I did it in my garage on jack stands in under 3 hours. Watch the installation videos several times and you’ll be fine. They fit nicely and I’m very happy with them. Expect to see an increase in the amount of vibration transmitted into the cabin. I notice it mostly at startup and shutdown and to a lesser extent at idle. They seem far more substantial than the factory mounts, but there is a trade off for that.
Andy A. –
Great motor mounts. Got a great sale price and they fit well and hold the engine in place nicly. Just a little bit of extra vibration, however these cars are supposed to be 100% smooth anyway. I am very pleased with the service I have received from CS and have bought other parts from them without any issues. Keep up the great work, you’re an excellent company.
Derek Elphick –
Over the past year I have replaced my factory rear differential bushing, transmission mount and engine mounts with the Creative Steel products. The difference is remarkable. The CS rear differential bushing completely eliminated the “clunk” I had in the rear during launch and gear changes and the combination of the new transmission and motor mounts has created a firm feel in the drivetrain for all driving situations (casual driving and spirited) where the power of my 2005 CTS-V is firmly planted on the ground. What a difference! All of the products are very high quality, a good price, and the customer service is excellent. A great company. Thank-you.
Tim nickerson –
GREAT PRODUCT!!! did my homework, compared products with others. these are the best. these guys know the parts, & know they work. talked with Jordan before I ordered. I was going to order stage 2 mounts, but talking with Jordan, he recommended stage 1 mounts based on my driving habits & performance mods. VERY FEW people will take the time to do what he did. fast shipping, great customer service, from both Jordan & Kristie, good pricing and a great product!! couldn’t be happier.. thanks from Texas.. Yall ever get down this way, I’m buyin the beer…
Fred –
Just got a set of stage ones put in, love them. Less vibration than a blown set of mounts! And honestly after feeling them in person I figured they would be pretty tame. No more rough shut downs or clunking. Good product.
Derek –
Here’s a follow-up on the motor mounts from my review 3 years ago. I had the stage 2 motor mounts in my car for a couple of years and loved them for the firm feel as per my original review but over time I found them a bit stiff for my liking and I always got a rough shake/rattle of the motor on shut-down which bugged me. I then switched to a competitors motor mounts which were even more rigid and unforgiving. Recently I purchased the stage 1 motor mounts from Creative Steel and I can say that the way these are advertised is very accurate. I was looking for less vibration and I also hoped I wouldn’t get this rattle/shake on shut down – these stage 1’s delivered on all fronts. Very quiet and smooth. I love them. I don’t track my car or have heavy mods so I don’t need the racing ones (stage 2 or 3). After 3 tries, I finally found what I was looking for.
Mitch –
Thumbs UP … but know what you’re in for, these are not ‘soft’ mounts. ’04, blower,big cam,1 7/8″ LT’s , 35K original miles, stock trans mount and CS diff. bushing – daily driver. Initial start up on a cold a.m. will take a day to get used to. Harsh compared to stock. As the mounts warm up they get much much smoother. Going down the road they’re great and you may not notice a difference. Cornering ! Lol ! BIG difference in chassis stiffness. Just normal driving around corners is a pronounced improvement.
Thank you Creative Steel ! You did it again !
Liam –
Recently installed the motor mounts and transmission mount, both oem mounts were completely shot and it only has 48k on it. If you have aftermarket headers you may have to remove driver side header to remove and install new CS one. I completely feel the difference. It also doesn’t sound like a diesel shutting off anymore. One clunk down one more to go.
Nick –
Great quality and no vibration. Way better than the old broken mounts. Now i don’t have to tell people it has a Cummins anymore. Highly suggest using these even if the hydrologic aren’t bad yet
Jon (verified owner) –
Awesome job with these mounts guys, night and day difference. Quality fantastic and fitment was on point!