Hey Miniacs! newb in Philly looking to learn the ropes
 

Hey everyone new to philly just purchased a mini with a busted clutch for the low low after getting a quote I think I'm gonna tackle this myself as the repair would cost far more than I paid for the car. It's an 03 cooper s. Look forward to getting to know you guys&gals!:thumbsup:

Welcome to NAM.

If you have not already done so, suggest you check out the Gen1 Stock Problems/Issues area for info on clutches. Might be able to also pick up some info in the Mod section as well. The tricky part is the rear seal.

Welcome.


Lots to learn = Lots of fun.


Motor On!

I don't have a service manual just loads and loads of diys Related to the clutch I've been searching for and saving. This is my 2nd r53 I had a jcw one 4 years ago a week after purchase a truck ran a red and crushed it.

Any diys related to clutch change you find particularly helpful?

I'm going single mass valeo I'm sure the OG dual mass is still in there

Welcome to the forum!

OH! I meant to mention to look up the Philly MINI Club, local friends that can help and have fun with.

http://www.phillymini.org/wp/


Motor On!

Welcome to NAM! Lots of info on your car can be found here!
Pics?

Welcome to NAM, Walter. Be sure to click the "DIY help" link in my signature. We have a clutch DIY that can help you tackle this job. Let me know if you need anything. :thumbsup:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...5d392e442f.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...3f7a1b0b34.jpg
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...9cadf83406.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...bbcf642da8.jpgSome mold on the rugs tore em out ( of you have a carpet for sale holla)
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...f9d3892b19.jpgGoing to dynamat this hoe (following some helpful diys here)
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...bfea7a0c73.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...6901afc1de.jpgNekkid
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...1d50deb6a7.jpgSo oddly enough the sun roof Is also broken. But not really still fully functional but the thing that goes in the track bolted to the back of the sliding glass broke right where it bolt to the sunroof

Welcome and congrats, now that's how to gut a MINI. Sorry to hear about the sunroof.

. The tabs that are at the back of the sliding glass broke right on the sliding /tilt arm. Wonder if it can be welded rather than buy another glass
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...88e1877ac6.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...29c5c48923.jpg

Congrats on your new MINI. Living in philly you should look up the good folks at Helix. They really know these cars & are honest hard working folks.

http://store.helix13.com/mini-cooper-performance-parts/

Wow, interior madness! Not sure if you can weld the bracket, but I would try!
Keep on going!