Anybody get the newest version that WayMotorWorks is selling with the 3 postion sensitivity? I guess it is off, mild, and agressive.
Sounds like it might solve some of the issues people are talking about. I'm curious how easy it is to adjust....do you have to uninstall it to flip a dip switch, or can you just reach down and push a button on the side?

 

I saw the new version at SEMA. I only saw the demo display, so I cannot talk about if it has an external switch (which I think it would) Actually, SprintBooster won Best New Product of the SEMA Show...the entire show. Crazy!

 

That might be the new M7 one? But it's only for the R56

 

I don't need 190 wHP or anything to have fun with it. I really do like my R50 and would like to keep it but I after driving the S, I miss the throttle response it had. If I can up the throttle response to get rid of the lag, I would be content I think. Like you said, maybe a tune + SB is all I need. I'll probably get the NS1 cam along with it just to get it some umph but doubt I'll spend a couple grand on headwork, even though it is tempting to have a mean R50! BTW, I prefer the roar of the n/a cars compared to the whine of the Ss.

Little off topic but did you have any problem with the midlands in your R50? That is my only concern about keeping it. That, and it has 82k miles on it. Just wondering how long it'll go. If I can keep it till around 140-150k without upping chunks of money to keep it running, I'd prefer to keep it.
Thanks.

 

The front page has the announcement from WayMotorWorks about the new version of the sprintbooster. The fron page here on NAM under vendor announcements....I would assume other vendors will get then as their old stock is depleted. The thought of beaing able to adjust a SprintBoosters sensivity sounds like a great idea!!

 

Hmm, interesting thread.

 

The M7 one looks good as it seems to be fully adjustable...any feedback from R56 owners.
And how long untill the R53 version?????

 

I traded my R50 in 2006 with 54k on the clock. The Midland didn't inspire much confidence. I had no problems with it, but it just didn't feel as solid as it did when I first bought it. It seemed to make a clunk when taking off in first. Maybe it was just the axles having a little play before turning the wheels, but I just didn't want to deal with it. Here's the deal, you should be safe. The Midlands trouble year was '03.........lo and behold the last year BMW sourced Midland for the trannies. Rumor has it they just through shoddy units in some of the cars.

 

No the one I have is the REAL Sprint Booster. They just came out with it. The button is an external button with a wire that runs to the switch. You can either leave the switch plugged in or set it and remove the switch. It will work either way.

Oh and it is for ALL MINI's R50,R52,R53, R55, R56,R57

 

Any pics of the external switch?

 

I'll take some this weekend and post them. It's a very small switch. About 1/2 the size of a AAA battery.

 

Thanks

 

Ok thanks. I knew 03 was a known trouble year but I just assumed it was for all R50s. This makes me feel better. Mine has 82k miles and still running solid. I still baby it though just incase


Oh Way, I might be looking into the new spring booster. I'll give you a ring when I decide.

 

I might be joining you Mini Me. I will probably be selling mine and getting the adjustable one. I like the way it sounds.

 

GREAT we've had alot of happy customers already.

 

Can someone please post a photo of what the new switch looks like? I'm thinking about ordering one of these tomorrow.

 

Here are some pics. As you can see the button has a long wire connecting it to the module. The switch can be disconnected from the module after it is set so you don't have the switch visable in the car.


http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...0&cat=0&page=1

 

Wow, thanks for the picture. It'd be nice to have that switch mounted to the steering wheel. I'm definitely wanting it now.

 

The velocity unit looks good
http://www.bmw-sg.com/forums/uuc-par...e-booster.html
apparantly available for all minis
http://www.pyspeed.com/product-p/rd-8010.htm

 

I just ordered the Sprint Booster from WMW, got the last one in stock (or so I was told).

 

Yes you got the last manual trans version in stock, but I'll have more delivered to me tomorrow.

 

Looks like M7 just announced that they expect folks to shell out $429 for their analogous "4 speed" version...

 

R56 & "S" models only (for now)
http://www.m7tuning.com/parts/produc...roducts_id=159

 

Considering both the MC and MCS both share 95% of the same parts including pedal assemblies and throttle bodies I'd love an explanation as to it how it only works on an MCS.

 

How about a comparison of the Sprint Booster vs. the Velocity device? I am sure this would work really well after an RMW tune