Just wanted to thank all of you. Long time lurker, but never posted. Anyway needed to thank you guys on all the help and direction I have received from NAM. I have plans for the newly acquired 2003 MSC based on threads from this site. So far, I have added a 15%, sway bar, minor brake upgrades and a JCW intake. I ran into a little problem with the intake (didn't come with instructions) and ultimately NAM had the answers. Thank you!

...and the way, I live in Colorado, and I am pretty jealous of you guys at sea level. Even with the mods and an exhaust, I doubt I can equal your stock MCS's HP. Fortunately for the Mini, I have been able to keep it occupied on very twisty roads, and lots of them.

Again thanks
Jay

 

Glad you found this place informative.

While you may not be at sea level, your also not dealing with the heatsoak every day as some of us .

 

doesnt the stock DME ( ecu ) have a barometric pressure sensor inside of it? I think so....

 

The ECU doesn't, but there are MAP sensors.

- Matt

 

Heat soak. Yeah we get it here as well, probably not as often though. I purposely find places to go when the temperature is drops below 30, to enjoy all that cold air goodness. You wouldn't know it's the same engine.

 

Welcome Jay! Congratulations!! I'm here in Colorado (Littleton). Have you checked out the local club MINI 5280??? We have alot of fun & have monthly meetings the 2nd Tuesday of the month in different locations. Check out the web site & join us!!! MINI5280.org
Shelly (shellbell)