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Old Jan 3, 2013 | 06:31 AM
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Wanted to say hi to y'all from SE Texas. I'm new to the mini world, always had big trucks & muscle cars but needed better fuel mileage for my commute.

If anyone has any suggestions for mild performance upgrades, excluding exhaust, please let me know.
 

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Old Jan 3, 2013 | 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by 3rdCoast
Wanted to say hi to y'all from SE Texas. I'm new to the mini world, always had big trucks & muscle cars but needed better fuel mileage for my commute.

If anyone has any suggestions for mild performance upgrades, excluding exhaust, please let me know.

i put a milltek cat back on my cms all4 and am very happy with it

no drone at any speed or rpm

lower tone than stock

improved torque below 3000 rpm

slightly louder than stock at steady speed but not annoying, yet it does talk with WOT

milltek now make both an all4 and FWD version

i think it is the best upgrade short of a tune you can find right now

i will be installing a defender of speed intake when it becomes available

i will be installing a tyrolsport intercooler when it becomes available

i will be installing an Alta recirculating valve soon, waiting for the above 2 items

scott
 

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Old Jan 4, 2013 | 04:42 AM
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Originally Posted by bmwr606
i put a milltek cat back on my cms all4 and am very happy with it

no drone at any speed or rpm

lower tone than stock

improved torque below 3000 rpm

slightly louder than stock at steady speed but not annoying, yet it does talk with WOT

milltek now make both an all4 and FWD version

i think it is the best upgrade short of a tune you can find right now

i will be installing a defender of speed intake when it becomes available

i will be installing a tyrolsport intercooler when it becomes available

i will be installing an Alta recirculating valve soon, waiting for the above 2 items

scott
Appreciate the info Scott. Good looking car!

Chase
 
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