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Thanks 2late4u. My mechanic replaced a lower motor mount and I drove the car. It seemed about 80% better, but after an hour of driving the noise came back. I checked the operation of the motor mounts myself and found the rubber in the upper right (pass side) was indeed destroyed. I brought it back to my mechanic and he replaced it for ~$132. Car is running fine now. I may go ahead and get the others replaced.

2late4u - yes, that's my plan. Thanks!

Having a similar issue with my 2009 V6 FWD. Noise coming from right side engine compartment only when in gear. Had my mechanic drive it and he agreed it sounded like transmission issue. Brought it to dealer and they said it's a "completely destroyed" engine mount and gave me an estimate of almost $900. I had the car towed back to my mechanic ($900 for an engine mount? Really?) Mechanic says he has no idea what the dealer is talking about; there is a crack in one of the engine mounts but there's no way it causing all that noise. Thoughts?

2009 SXT with Performance Package. While installing my 3-season wheels I investigated my suspicion that the front brakes seemed to be doing most of the stopping. With the ignition in the "ON" position, and the brake pedal pressed all the way down, I can still manhandle both rear wheels into rotating (not so with the front - they seem to be working, after having replaced one seized caliper last month). I did bleed all four brakes after the front caliper replacement, and this problem was occurring before the front caliper replacement. I would appreciate any guidance or suggestions.

Turns out my KENWOOD KFC-WS253 10 INCH SUBWOOFER (not the greatest, but OK) 10" sub has a top mounting depth of 5 9/16", which is a little too deep for building a box to fit under the rear compartment. So I used a box I had already built and mounted it behind the pax side rear seat, and it SOUNDS GREAT! I didn't realize how much I missed that sub!!

@Roadrunner... Did you ever do any more research on your stereo system? I have an '09 SXT w/o Infinity system and I just installed an amp and subwoofer myself. I posted some info in this forum (I forget in what thread at the moment) but I included some wiring details. Auto manufacturers are making it more difficult to upgrade your car audio systems as a DIY. Once I figured out (trial and error) a way to install (and turn on) the amp it was relatively easy.

Installing amps and subwoofers used to be easier before computers took control of everything lectronic! I have the premium convenience package, non-Infinity. I've had my Lanzar 6200 amp lying around since I got the Journey, so the last couple of days I did some installing. Didn't want to mess up the bluetooth, steering wheel controls, or other accessory connections, so I bought a 2-channel speaker line to RCA converter. I used T-taps to tap into the rear speaker wires behind the head unit, and ran the patch cords along the passenger side floor under the carpet. I ran power from the battery lead at the fuse box, and ran it just inside the driver side fender. From there I punched a small hole in the grommet through which the main wiring harness enters the cabin, and ran the power line along the driver's side under the carpet. The amp fits beautifully behind the rear seats. (I have 5 seating, not 7.) I mounted it to the front wall of the luggage bin with bolts, and zip tied it to the carpet. Remote turn-on notes: I could not identify a switched fuse in the fuse box, and wound up running the remote turn on wire to the switched accessory outlet under the radio. (What a PITA!) For now I'm using my 10" Kenwood sub in a box I built, but I am planning on building a box to fit under the boards of the luggage compartment. Outer measurements approx. 5 3/4" x 12 3/4" x 26". Have to figure out if I want the subwoofer box under the luggage cover, or if i want the speaker to have open exposure to the cabin airspace. I couldn't find a wiring diagram for the speakers, and after removing both rear doors only to discover that the wires on both sides are identically colored, I called Crutchfield, from whom I bought the sub. They gave me this info: Right Rear: + green w/lite green stripe - green w/purple stripe Left Rear: + gray w/lite green stripe - gray w/dark green stripe Right Front: + green w/purple stripe - green w/lite green stripe Left Rear: + gray w/violet stripe - gray w/yellow stripe I took a few pics if anyone's interested.

I have the premium convenience package, non-Infinity. I've had my Lanzar 6200 amp lying around since I got the Journey, so the last couple of days I did some installing. Didn't want to mess up the bluetooth, steering wheel controls, or other accessory connections, so I bought a 2-channel speaker line to RCA converter. I used T-taps to tap into the rear speaker wires behind the head unit, and ran the patch cords along the passenger side floor under the carpet. I ran power from the battery lead at the fuse box, and ran it just inside the driver side fender. From there I punched a small hole in the grommet through which the main wiring harness enters the cabin, and ran the power line along the driver's side under the carpet. The amp fits beautifully behind the rear seats. (I have 5 seating, not 7.) I mounted it to the front wall of the luggage bin with bolts, and zip tied it to the carpet. Remote turn-on notes: I could not identify a switched fuse in the fuse box, and wound up running the remote turn on wire to the switched accessory outlet under the radio. (What a PITA!) For now I'm using my 10" Kenwood sub in a box I built, but I am planning on building a box to fit under the boards of the luggage compartment. Outer measurements approx. 5 3/4" x 12 3/4" x 26". I couldn't find a wiring diagram for the speakers, and after removing both rear doors only to discover that the wires on both sides are identically colored, I called Crutchfield, from whom I bought the sub. They gave me this info: Right Rear: + green w/lite green stripe - green w/purple stripe Left Rear: + gray w/lite green stripe - gray w/dark green stripe Right Front: + green w/purple stripe - green w/lite green stripe Left Rear: + gray w/violet stripe - gray w/yellow stripe I took a few pics if anyone's interested.

I'm getting General Altimax Arctic 225/70/16's mounted on steel wheels from TireRack. They're giving either $50 or $25 gift cards for certain sets of 4. I was going to order Firestone Winterforce tires, but I've read better reviews about the General Altimax Arctics. I'm not getting TPMS sensors. My Journey has the 19" wheels now, so it should be an interesting difference going to the 16's. I'll be putting them on as late in the season as I can get away with.

I just ordered a K&N Filter: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AP8EQW/ref=ox_ya_os_product ...and a recharge kit: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00029WYEY/ref=ox_ya_os_product And I noticed that, at the recommended pressure (34psi +/- 0.5), my tires are wearing more on edges than in the center: Driver Front Pax Front outer center center inner inner center center outer 5.8/32 6.4/32 6.4/32 5.4/32 5.1/32 5.8/32 5.8/32 5.4/32 Driver Rear Pax Rear (Replaced under warranty 5 mo's ago) outer center center inner inner center center outer 5.8/32 6.4/32 6.4/32 5.4/32 9.0/32 9.3/32 9.3/32 9.0/32 I'm going to run them at 36psi. I just rotated them in X pattern. Next time I will start rotating them in a forward cross pattern.

Which Geolanders do you use? And I assume you like them. Is your Journey FWD or AWD?

I've noticed that the weatherstripping is not what I'd call "heavy duty".

I'm sorry to hear about all the complaints. I'm pretty picky, and this is the first American Car I have owned. So far the only problem I have had is the iPod and radio module crapping out, and the dealer replaced it with an upgrade at no cost. The dealer also replaced a tire that was damaged by a piece of metal. Now, it's no Honda or Subaru when it comes to handling, but it's great on the highway and overall I'm pleased. Perhaps part of the reason it seems OK is that I got the SXT with the performance package- so it has the larger engine and "performance" suspension. Oh, the only real complaint is the tire size. I didn't realize before I bought it that 225/55/19 size is as rare as the Northern Hairy-Nosed Wombat.

The exterior pillars that have black decals stuck to them tend to "fade to gray". I have tried several waxes and cleaners to "re-black" them. Today I tried black shoe polish and it's the most successful test yet; shiny and black! I'll let you know if there are any problems or if it doesn't last.