Drivetrain Have 3Grand how to spend it???
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I know you asked how to spend $3K on a MINI, but I'd really invest it right now if I could. Many stocks have dropped. Or, if for those that prefer something that provides a sure thing, then there are IRAs, bonds, and (sorry, just drew a blank). It is also possible to buy real estate with $3K in some locations.
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Last time I checked this was a mini forum not a forum for advice on investment strategies and fiscal management!
So getting back to your original question.
A decent head will cost more than $3,000 AUD by the time you get it over here and installed.
So if you want to spend the money now get
1. Pulley
2. headers
3. cam shaft
4. wheels/tyres
5. Sprint booster
Should have some spare change left over.
So getting back to your original question.
A decent head will cost more than $3,000 AUD by the time you get it over here and installed.
So if you want to spend the money now get
1. Pulley
2. headers
3. cam shaft
4. wheels/tyres
5. Sprint booster
Should have some spare change left over.
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Well, D-Man,
Thank goodness you'll be at the ready to inform those that post threads about loans, leases, lease options, cost benefit to sell vs. keep, cost benefit to order feature vs. not ordering feature, etc., that the forum is not for advice about fiscal management.
While you're delighted with your retort that $3K can buy property in Malawi, Somalia and Comoros, people possessing greater acumen and composure will continue to buy desireable residential propery in MI, OH, IL, TN, etc. for <$3K (hint: www.realestate.com). Oops! I did it again.
Thank goodness you'll be at the ready to inform those that post threads about loans, leases, lease options, cost benefit to sell vs. keep, cost benefit to order feature vs. not ordering feature, etc., that the forum is not for advice about fiscal management.
While you're delighted with your retort that $3K can buy property in Malawi, Somalia and Comoros, people possessing greater acumen and composure will continue to buy desireable residential propery in MI, OH, IL, TN, etc. for <$3K (hint: www.realestate.com). Oops! I did it again.
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Considering Freespirit is an Aussie I don't think he would be wise investing in America at the moment particularly with the ongoing economic problem related to the sub prime mortgage collapse and the subsequent downward pressure placed on economic growth...or we could just talk about modding minis!
As for the totally desirable residential propertes you mention in the USA does that include the trailer/caravan also?
I also see you didn't have Compton listed, would you need more than 3K to buy there?
Thanks for the info
As for the totally desirable residential propertes you mention in the USA does that include the trailer/caravan also?
I also see you didn't have Compton listed, would you need more than 3K to buy there?
Thanks for the info
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Freespirit,
Just to continue the theme of replies that are kinda mis-aligned with your original inquiry, here's mine.
If I had that cash, I'd make two piles:
1. the car pile - which I'd spend judiciously, and with respect to the following priorities:
1. wheels/tires
2. chassis (rear bars help the understeer, no question)
3. drive train (but conservatively, not at risk to reliability)
2. the driver pile - which I'd use to ask the following question... What kind of drivers school experience could you get for 1k? I'd bet the answer is that there are a variety of offerings.
The reason for splitting the investment this way is that raising your game as a driver will pay off immediately, for the rest of your life, and across all vehicles you own now or may acquire. Did I mention that it's delightful, a great challange, and above all relatively safe?
by the way - ever done the Great Ocean Road? Southwest of Melbourne? South of Geelong? Down towards Pt. Campbell?
Cheers,
Charlie
Just to continue the theme of replies that are kinda mis-aligned with your original inquiry, here's mine.
If I had that cash, I'd make two piles:
1. the car pile - which I'd spend judiciously, and with respect to the following priorities:
1. wheels/tires
2. chassis (rear bars help the understeer, no question)
3. drive train (but conservatively, not at risk to reliability)
2. the driver pile - which I'd use to ask the following question... What kind of drivers school experience could you get for 1k? I'd bet the answer is that there are a variety of offerings.
The reason for splitting the investment this way is that raising your game as a driver will pay off immediately, for the rest of your life, and across all vehicles you own now or may acquire. Did I mention that it's delightful, a great challange, and above all relatively safe?
by the way - ever done the Great Ocean Road? Southwest of Melbourne? South of Geelong? Down towards Pt. Campbell?
Cheers,
Charlie
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Freespirit,
Just to continue the theme of replies that are kinda mis-aligned with your original inquiry, here's mine.
If I had that cash, I'd make two piles:
1. the car pile - which I'd spend judiciously, and with respect to the following priorities:
1. wheels/tires
2. chassis (rear bars help the understeer, no question)
3. drive train (but conservatively, not at risk to reliability)
2. the driver pile - which I'd use to ask the following question... What kind of drivers school experience could you get for 1k? I'd bet the answer is that there are a variety of offerings.
The reason for splitting the investment this way is that raising your game as a driver will pay off immediately, for the rest of your life, and across all vehicles you own now or may acquire. Did I mention that it's delightful, a great challange, and above all relatively safe?
by the way - ever done the Great Ocean Road? Southwest of Melbourne? South of Geelong? Down towards Pt. Campbell?
Cheers,
Charlie
Just to continue the theme of replies that are kinda mis-aligned with your original inquiry, here's mine.
If I had that cash, I'd make two piles:
1. the car pile - which I'd spend judiciously, and with respect to the following priorities:
1. wheels/tires
2. chassis (rear bars help the understeer, no question)
3. drive train (but conservatively, not at risk to reliability)
2. the driver pile - which I'd use to ask the following question... What kind of drivers school experience could you get for 1k? I'd bet the answer is that there are a variety of offerings.
The reason for splitting the investment this way is that raising your game as a driver will pay off immediately, for the rest of your life, and across all vehicles you own now or may acquire. Did I mention that it's delightful, a great challange, and above all relatively safe?
by the way - ever done the Great Ocean Road? Southwest of Melbourne? South of Geelong? Down towards Pt. Campbell?
Cheers,
Charlie
Have done a fair bit or racing school but thanks for the advice anyways.
i was just wondering like rpoducts i know pullies and ecu flashes things like that but i dont know a good combo for them Like
15%pulley and 2% Crank
or 15%pulley and 4% crank
im not sure what to buy
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Have done a fair bit or racing school but thanks for the advice anyways.
i was just wondering like rpoducts i know pullies and ecu flashes things like that but i dont know a good combo for them Like
15%pulley and 2% Crank
or 15%pulley and 4% crank
im not sure what to buy
i was just wondering like rpoducts i know pullies and ecu flashes things like that but i dont know a good combo for them Like
15%pulley and 2% Crank
or 15%pulley and 4% crank
im not sure what to buy
Power Option
15% Alta - $100usd
2% Alta - $165usd
Alta CAI - $270usd
Full RMW exhaust ( header, cat, catback) $2200usd
Total $2735usd
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17% Pulley $ 125 + install $ 150
380 cc Injectors $300 + install $ 100
Headers $ 700 + install $150
ECU Tune $ 450
Rear Sway Bar $ 190 + install $ 75
Light Wheels $ 600
Perf Tires $ 440
It is over $3200 but you may save on installation cost if you can do the sway bar and injectors yourself.
380 cc Injectors $300 + install $ 100
Headers $ 700 + install $150
ECU Tune $ 450
Rear Sway Bar $ 190 + install $ 75
Light Wheels $ 600
Perf Tires $ 440
It is over $3200 but you may save on installation cost if you can do the sway bar and injectors yourself.
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The US dollar is in the toilet...
Matt
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Simple when you blow a v8 SS or an evo with a little mini the look opn the ****ers face is priceless thats why i want my little beast to hit 245HP!!!
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May want to use some of that cash on stopping power too. http://www.autoxcooper.com/performancepackages.html
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All of the advise is great and the options can be endless...if you want your car to work the best it possibly can at what ever budget you have give Jan a call @ www.revolutionmini.com