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Apr 20, 2019 | 01:01 AM

ohhmaha

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Hi guys!

New to me 08 Mini Cooper s!

Just got got a solid deal and couldn’t resist

now on mod frenzy so any body got some mods must haves for cheap don’t be afraid to send pics and price this way!

coilover kits., intake exhaust etc...

Apr 20, 2019 | 02:11 AM

colinmini

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Welcome!

Just in time for “MINIs on the Dragon”! Come join us. 788 MINI people and 550 MINIs!

https://www.minisonthedragon.com/2019-intro.php

Apr 20, 2019 | 02:44 PM

mrwadlo

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From: Los Angeles

Hi ohhmaha. Welcome to the land of MINI owners! There are a few great sites for shopping and comparing for everything MINI. Enjoy driving!

Apr 20, 2019 | 08:14 PM

ItsmeWayne

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ohhmaha

Before you start modding, you need to bring up maintenance. The rubber intake tube is usually hard and cracks near the turbo and starts a code issue, that can look like many other issues.
All synthetic oils are a must and attention to intake from carbon buildup.
Brakes, tires, brake fluid change. hubs may need to be replaced, etc.
Timing chain if 100K miles, plus new cam chain guides.
get it running as best you can, before starting on engine mods!

Hi and welcome to the NAM family and congrats on your new to you 08 Mini S!