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Forgive my noobie newbiness but I have a few questions ...
I have already been on this forum and over at mini2.com for a month or so and have figured out the main R56 problems (melting hood scoop, cold start chatter, cosmoline dripping, seatbelt issues, etc.)
I've looked into the performance mods some and it seems the R53 guys have the formula down for getting more power. Is there an established path to get more power for the R56s? Seems like there isn't a handheld tuner (big minus), there isn't a widely accepted/tested larger turbo and catbacks and CAI seem to be user preference.
Can somebody who has been here for a while tell me what is the best/proven route for horsepower increase in the R56? I'll have a Clubman S but figure the motor will be the same (just different exhaust piping).
Also are there any must haves that people buy/take care of after buying the car? I already bought some non-runflats.
Thanks and sorry again for asking such noob questions.
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Dark Silver 2009 Mini Clubman S
Torred 2007 Charger SRT8 (467 RWHP, 11.09 at 120 MPH in 1/4 mile)
I have no answers for you, but rather a question. If you are so concerned about performance, why did you get a clubman? The added weight will hurt straight line speed and the added wheelbase wlll hurt (although it will still handle great) handling.
Congrats on getting a Clubbie! The added weight is less than 200lbs...(166 to be exact) so that shouldnt hurt much. I have the same car and have so far done an ALTA intake, ALTA intercooler, ALTA cat back exhaust, and currently the Unichip ECU (which will be swapping for the new ALTA ecu mod when available. I can DEFINITELY tell a performance difference from stock and LOVE the intake/blowoff valve sound and the exhaust note. If youre seriously looking you might want to take advantage of our current fourth of July sale. Please let me know if I can be of more help!!
I have no answers for you, but rather a question. If you are so concerned about performance, why did you get a clubman? The added weight will hurt straight line speed and the added wheelbase wlll hurt (although it will still handle great) handling.
My wife likes it. We also got the automatic (for her) so you can bag on that as well. We have a 4-year-old who will probably take after 6'8" dad so we'll probably need the rear leg room sooner than later.
If I wanted a pure performance car I wouldn't buy a mini or a Dodge Charger. Cars are always a compromise with me of needs vs. wants.
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Dark Silver 2009 Mini Clubman S
Torred 2007 Charger SRT8 (467 RWHP, 11.09 at 120 MPH in 1/4 mile)
Congrats on getting a Clubbie! The added weight is less than 200lbs...(166 to be exact) so that shouldnt hurt much. I have the same car and have so far done an ALTA intake, ALTA intercooler, ALTA cat back exhaust, and currently the Unichip ECU (which will be swapping for the new ALTA ecu mod when available. I can DEFINITELY tell a performance difference from stock and LOVE the intake/blowoff valve sound and the exhaust note. If youre seriously looking you might want to take advantage of our current fourth of July sale. Please let me know if I can be of more help!!
Thanks. Probably need to wait a few months before spending more money. Have you had your clubbie dynoed (before and/or after)?
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Dark Silver 2009 Mini Clubman S
Torred 2007 Charger SRT8 (467 RWHP, 11.09 at 120 MPH in 1/4 mile)
My wife likes it. We also got the automatic (for her) so you can bag on that as well. We have a 4-year-old who will probably take after 6'8" dad so we'll probably need the rear leg room sooner than later.
If I wanted a pure performance car I wouldn't buy a mini or a Dodge Charger. Cars are always a compromise with me of needs vs. wants.
I was just wondering. No need to get pissy. And to the automatic thing, I have a 03' Cooper Automatic sitting out front, so no problems with auto's either. It just seemed like you want faster faster faster, so adding extra weight seemed a little odd.
