Power Steering Pump Removal Permanently?
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One of the reasons this is done is for tracking, to get a truer feel of the road. Saving a fair amount of weight is certainly a plus too for racers. And given that our OEM power steering set-up is prone to failure, and I'm aware of several on the track, some during races, reliability is a huge factor; not to mention safety. This group of MINI drivers has most likely experimented with various options. I'm starting to get some feedback now...
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Another reason why we should opt for this delete is this:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-and-more.html
It fried Domiracer's car!
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-and-more.html
It fried Domiracer's car!
Can we confirm that Condor has had the donor rack for almost 2 weeks now?
If so, I guess we should know something really soon...
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Actually, there was a lil delay. The donor rack was just sent a coupla days ago. I've been in touch w/ the generous donor of the rack, c0op3r on here & w/ Carlos of Condor. Updates will be posted once the kit will be made available.
Our appreciation should go to c0op3r for volunteering & sending a complete rack for kit development & to Carlos of Condor for his enthusiasm to share his Bimmer experience & expertise in tackling this delete block for the gen1 community.
Our appreciation should go to c0op3r for volunteering & sending a complete rack for kit development & to Carlos of Condor for his enthusiasm to share his Bimmer experience & expertise in tackling this delete block for the gen1 community.
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Actually, there was a lil delay. The donor rack was just sent a coupla days ago. I've been in touch w/ the generous donor of the rack, c0op3r on here & w/ Carlos of Condor. Updates will be posted once the kit will be made available.
Our appreciation should go to c0op3r for volunteering & sending a complete rack for kit development & to Carlos of Condor for his enthusiasm to share his Bimmer experience & expertise in tackling this delete block for the gen1 community.
Our appreciation should go to c0op3r for volunteering & sending a complete rack for kit development & to Carlos of Condor for his enthusiasm to share his Bimmer experience & expertise in tackling this delete block for the gen1 community.
Here's to hoping the solution is a viable option for us.
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Is there some type of bench test that Carlos can perform to give us an idea if this is likely to work well for us? If not, then I'll guess we'll need to wait until the rack gets re-installed, I assume back on c0op3r's MINI...
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I could ask Carlos on that, Tony. Da_Ghost, even while having a new pump, created a looped hose delete. The 1st try, he was cursing as he never removed air nor most of the fluid. On the 2nd attempt, Carlos advised to leave the banjo bolts off 1st, turn end to end to get most of the fluid & air out, but leave residual amount for lube. That made the car drivable. A block is a shortened loop, there might be a chance that would even be better than the looped hose.
Here is Condor's add for Bimmers:
http://www.condorspeedshop.com/produ...teering-delete
Here is Condor's add for Bimmers:
http://www.condorspeedshop.com/produ...teering-delete
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Thanks minisanity.
It's Da_Ghost's experience that provides some hope. To that point, what would be reassuring is if the BMW guys experienced the same as Da_Ghost, with their experimentation. If so, one can probably conclude that there is sufficient room for improvement. On the other hand, if their looped hose delete felt good already, we might not have the end result we desire...
It's Da_Ghost's experience that provides some hope. To that point, what would be reassuring is if the BMW guys experienced the same as Da_Ghost, with their experimentation. If so, one can probably conclude that there is sufficient room for improvement. On the other hand, if their looped hose delete felt good already, we might not have the end result we desire...
#87
To answer some of questions; I will not be putting the rack or delete on my car for testing, the rack was removed complete and working from an 06 MCSa.
I had parted out the car, and the rack was still here, so I donated it.
Being that it is complete unit, he can bench test it if he so chooses.
Currently my pump is working, and I have an 06 so it was supposed to be one of the better units, with the OEM fan shroud, even though my reservoir is leaking, but I have the replacement lines for now. I will be getting a kit from Carlos, that may get installed in the future.
I know there are at least two people lined up to install and test the delete kit.
I had parted out the car, and the rack was still here, so I donated it.
Being that it is complete unit, he can bench test it if he so chooses.
Currently my pump is working, and I have an 06 so it was supposed to be one of the better units, with the OEM fan shroud, even though my reservoir is leaking, but I have the replacement lines for now. I will be getting a kit from Carlos, that may get installed in the future.
I know there are at least two people lined up to install and test the delete kit.
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To answer some of questions; I will not be putting the rack or delete on my car for testing, the rack was removed complete and working from an 06 MCSa.
I had parted out the car, and the rack was still here, so I donated it.
Being that it is complete unit, he can bench test it if he so chooses.
Currently my pump is working, and I have an 06 so it was supposed to be one of the better units, with the OEM fan shroud, even though my reservoir is leaking, but I have the replacement lines for now. I will be getting a kit from Carlos, that may get installed in the future.
I know there are at least two people lined up to install and test the delete kit.
I had parted out the car, and the rack was still here, so I donated it.
Being that it is complete unit, he can bench test it if he so chooses.
Currently my pump is working, and I have an 06 so it was supposed to be one of the better units, with the OEM fan shroud, even though my reservoir is leaking, but I have the replacement lines for now. I will be getting a kit from Carlos, that may get installed in the future.
I know there are at least two people lined up to install and test the delete kit.
I didn't realize that folks are already secured to install and test. Great news. Thanks again.
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I think there is another thread about this.
He has a prototype done is my understanding and will be sending a few for testing and will be selling them VERY soon.
Do a quick search I am sure you will find the thread, if you have a problem finding it I will look for it again.
He has a prototype done is my understanding and will be sending a few for testing and will be selling them VERY soon.
Do a quick search I am sure you will find the thread, if you have a problem finding it I will look for it again.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...le-soon-2.html
#94
I put this up elsewhere before I saw this. I have a 4"x4" oil cooler lying around and wonder if putting that into the PS circulation circuit, probably the return line, would be a good idea, and go a long way to what I assume are heat related problems with the pump. Is it always pumping, or does it switch on when the steering wheel is turned? Any thoughts?
#95
I put this up elsewhere before I saw this. I have a 4"x4" oil cooler lying around and wonder if putting that into the PS circulation circuit, probably the return line, would be a good idea, and go a long way to what I assume are heat related problems with the pump. Is it always pumping, or does it switch on when the steering wheel is turned? Any thoughts?
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