Front Strut Mounting Kit (MP902999) by Mevotech®. Strut mounts, sometimes referred to as bearing plates, are a vital link in the suspension as they connect a vehicle’s strut system to the body of the vehicle. Strut mounts have two main purposes they function as vibration dampeners to reduce in cabin noise and they allow the suspension to pivot when the wheels are turned. Strut mounts must be flexible enough to handle slight angle changes yet be able to transfer vehicle load to the coil spring.