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I just installed my VIP damper and I have to say, what a nice piece! I was amazed at how much faster I could snap off a shift using this piece in conjunction with my other modifications. This was absolutley worth the price!
As far as NVH is concerned, I have not seen any real vibration that should concern anyone. In fact, the car feels much more solid and idles much better as well.
The unit looks OEM! No gaudy colors or anything, just a good old-fashioned piece of metal with some durable rubber bushings! I couldn't believe how well it fit either. As far as quality, completely blown away!
Any questions shoot em my way! I can't really say much more than this right now because I have only had it on for 30 miles! I will post some pics when my camera gets some new batteries!!
__________________ '05 Astro Black MINI COOPER: Alta Cone Filter, Borla Cat-Back, Megan Header, MCS bumpers, side skirts, wing and pedals, Drag DR-13 18" wheels, Aero Kit Grilles, and more...
see? this is what I've been saying. It fits like things are supposed to. no modding the mod problems here. It's a shame we've become accustomed to 99% right, instead of parts like this where they fit so well, it's shocking.
Lord of the Rings??? I think they are talking about the Lord of the Flies damper, which used to be for sale on this forum from a member (iirc) Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it a design similar to the TSW damper?
What year is your MINI rjtrout2000? I have an 03 and noticed that the mounting for 02 and 03 is different... can this affect the performance?
Thanks,
Rich
What year is your MINI rjtrout2000? I have an 03 and noticed that the mounting for 02 and 03 is different... can this affect the performance?
Thanks,
Rich
My car is a 2004. I'm not really sure how your car is different from a 2003 to a 2002. Perhaps give texas speedwerks a shout out and ask them what their experience has been here. I couldn't honestly say what the difference is. I wish I could be of more help here.
From what I understand the mounting differences would have come in 2004 just a FYI. Hope that helps!
There you have it peeps. I decided to put these in separate posts so if you all had questions on a particular pic, it would be easier to quote it and single it out.
It looks OEM minus the fact that it is the cleanest part of the engine bay.
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Do you have to drill the strut tower for the bolts on the tower plate. If so whats on the inner panel, just nuts or another plale to distribute pressure.
Thanks for info. My car is napping for the winter so I don't remember if theres anything there.
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Do you have to drill the strut tower for the bolts on the tower plate. If so whats on the inner panel, just nuts or another plale to distribute pressure.
Thanks for info. My car is napping for the winter so I don't remember if theres anything there.
This was the question I was waiting for!
This all depends on the year of the car. If your car was built after 03/2004, then you will not have to "tap" into the strut tower. Instead, there are existing holes for you to use.
Older models will need to be drilled. Check the tower BEFROE you purchase.
I thought that is was the other way around? If it was built after 03/2004, then there are no threaded holes.
I just ordered mine the other day, can't wait to get it!
