So I have been cursing the forums now for a couple months but thought I would try to contribute a small fraction of what I have learned here. For back ground I have an early 2002 R53, I bought it used in May from a guy in boulder. It was all stock and super clean. since I've had it I have installed a pulley (webbmotorsports), CAI (webbmotorsports), exhaust (borla sport cat-back, headers are in the works ), short shifter (B&M) , wheels/tires (konig Feathers, Yokohama s.drives) and Boost and water temp gauges (alta/prosport). I am sure the list will continue to grow, what a blast! This is easily one of the most fun cars I have ever owned/driven!

 

Welcome!

I'm even newer...going on my second week of ownership. How do you like the short shifter?

 

Welcome to the forums!

Jack

 

So why have you been cursing the forums? Welcome to NAM and hope you enjoy your MINI!

 

You will welcome the informative nature of NAM .Members can give you direction when you're desperate for modding help,advice or a place to show and tell.
Welcome

 

Thanks all! The short shifter is nice, install was a real pain. The throw is MUCH shorter (you can use the e-brake as an arm rest!) and slightly heavier. So far I love everything about it! The SSK has been installed for about 3 months and I have had no issues what-so-ever at this point.