Gearbox Mounts

Fits:
Porsche 911 - 1978 to 1989
Porsche 964 - 1989 to 1994
Porsche 993 - 1994 to 1998
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Related reference numbers
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90016901401
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- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97


Fits:
Porsche 911 1987-89 - x2 required per vehicle.
Porsche 964 1989-94 - x1 required per vehicle.
Porsche 993 1994-98 - x1 required per vehicle.
*Please be advised, this part is for manual gearboxes only.
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Porsche Gearbox Mounts | Stability, Precision & Reduced Drivetrain Vibration
Gearbox mounts (also known as transmission mounts) are essential components that secure your Porsche’s gearbox to the chassis while isolating vibration and absorbing torque movement. These mounts play a crucial role in maintaining drivetrain alignment, smooth shifting, and overall driving comfort.
At Design911, we supply high-quality gearbox mounts and transmission mounting kits engineered to meet or exceed original performance specifications. Constructed from advanced rubber, polyurethane, or hydraulic materials, each mount provides the perfect balance of flexibility and strength — ensuring your Porsche maintains stable, refined performance under both road and track conditions.
Whether you’re restoring a classic Porsche or maintaining a modern performance model, our gearbox mounts deliver long-lasting stability, improved handling, and reduced drivetrain noise and harshness.
What Do Gearbox Mounts Do?
Gearbox mounts act as the vital connection between your Porsche’s transmission system and chassis, absorbing torque and vibration while maintaining alignment under load.
Core Functions:
- Secure the gearbox in place under acceleration, braking, and cornering.
- Absorb vibration and noise from the drivetrain.
- Maintain correct driveshaft and linkage alignment.
- Prevent excess movement that can stress surrounding components.
Without properly functioning gearbox mounts, excessive drivetrain movement can lead to harsh shifting, vibration, and even damage to exhaust, linkage, or driveshaft components.
Why Do Gearbox Mounts Fail or Wear Out?
Over time, gearbox mounts degrade due to exposure to engine heat, torque stress, and environmental factors such as oil contamination or moisture.
Common Causes of Failure Include:
- Rubber deterioration or cracking from heat and age.
- Hydraulic fluid leakage in fluid-filled mounts.
- Metal fatigue in high-performance or heavy-load use.
- Oil contamination softening rubber compounds.
- Continuous torque stress from aggressive acceleration.
As mounts weaken, you may experience clunking noises, drivetrain vibration, gear lever movement, or difficulty shifting — all signs that your gearbox mounts need replacement.
Why Replace or Upgrade Your Gearbox Mounts?
Replacing worn gearbox mounts restores drivetrain stability, smoother shifting, and reduced vibration. Upgrading to reinforced or performance mounts enhances control and torque response, especially on tuned or track-driven Porsches.
Key Benefits:
- Restores smooth, vibration-free gear changes.
- Prevents drivetrain movement and component stress.
- Improves handling precision and throttle response.
- Reduces noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).
- Available in rubber, polyurethane, and performance-spec designs.
- Ideal for maintenance, upgrades, or complete gearbox servicing.
Replacing mounts in pairs ensures balanced performance and consistent driveline alignment.
Highlights
- Premium Porsche gearbox and transmission mounts.
- Engineered for strength, durability, and vibration reduction.
- Direct-fit replacements for Porsche 911, Cayman, Boxster, and others.
- Reinforced designs for performance or track applications.
- Reduces stress on transmission and drivetrain components.
- Essential for smooth shifting, refinement, and drivetrain longevity.