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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 08:18 AM
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Who said anything about stock or lightly modded? Re-read my posts. I think everyone would like to see what change the m7 blower brings about KEEPING ALL OTHER THINGS ON THE CAR THE SAME. That is MUCH, MUCH more useful than saying "we changed A, B, and C ... look how well C works!".

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You know what......OK, a lightly modded engine.......
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by ingsoc
The RMS twin screw that was tested by Webb used an Autorotor twin screw. FYI.
Old twinscrew thread here:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=45958
Seems like I post this about once a month
Here is what you seek :smile:
http://www.rms-tuning.com/rindex.html
Be sure and bring your wallet
Last time I talked to Randy Webb, I was looking like ~$7,000 plus install
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 08:47 AM
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Good Morning.....

Cosmic, since when did turn in to a something bad.


Originally Posted by XTREEM
Come on be serious M7 are selling the products, if they ever want to be taken serious, they need to back up the HUGE claims they keep making with real data, And fitting 3 different products at the same time is not the way..

But hang on!!! why spend their money on a dyno run?? if they wait long enough, somebody will hand the hat around the forum Its just not good business.

Extreme.....

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What can I say, if you like to find faults with us, and our products go ahead. But the bottom line is we did dyno the upgrade and it did give us
17whp. If you think that's a huge claim

The 16% pulley is a measly 1.3% change in gearing, let's give the gearing
3whp, the MTH map was a standard map, that will give you 4-5whp at the most, the rest is from the SC IE. 8-9whp I find that a very acceptable [/font][font=&quot] for $695.[/font]
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As for not showing Dyno runs......this thread proves why, no one (some)
will ever believe you no matter what.

If you need more info please call me, as I am to busy to hang out on the forum, talking endlessly about something we already gone over.

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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by M7
The 16% pulley is a measly 1.3% change in gearing, let's give the gearing3whp, the MTH map was a standard map, that will give you 4-5whp at the most, the rest is from the SC IE. 8-9whp I find that a very acceptable
Ooh, can I play this game too? Let's say the JCW to 16% change gave 7 whp (since we're just pulling numbers out of thin air) and the JCW program to MTH program gave 11 whp (since we're just pulling numbers out of thin air), so the SC yields negative one hp. Yay! What do I win?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 09:02 AM
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Quote:"Good Morning.....

Cosmic, since when did turn in to a something bad."


Peace M7, is a very good thing. There is nothing "bad" taken or intended.

OK, i think we need to clarify once more that we are not asking for speculation. We want some exact figures taken in a scientific way. That means you take a car which i don't care if it's modded or not. Run it on the dyno, put only a ported supercharger on the car. And redo the dyno on the same day in similar conditions as the 1st run. This is not hard stuff. Stop beating around the bush. You have a few people here that are seriously considering buying the product, but want to know what gains are to be had beyond speculation. That is it.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by ingsoc
The tuner map DID NOT EXIST when this SC was installed. This was months ago. There is a reason why the tuner map makes more power- it costs more. We're talking original MTH here.

Also, Andy, dyno's cost money. Why would anyone who clearly isn't **** spend the money to satisfy unknown minorities [like you], if they would be satisfied?
Neither unknown nor a minority. Did you ever see the AGS threads?

You'd figure that the parties pushing a product, **** or not, would "pony" (pun intended) up the cash to satisfy anyone but the most naive of consumers.

When you introduce one variable at a time, then AND ONLY THEN do you have a true experiment.

Marty
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 09:46 AM
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The MCS has forged pistons, connecting rods and crankshaft. The MC does not. To supercharge the MC block would just be asking for trouble, IMHO
Originally Posted by Coop d'etat
I dont know of to many people who have cracked open Mini blocks yet. There are a couple really fast Minis in Chicago, and they all have stock bottom ends. Another option that I havent heard of anyone running is a higher compression piston.

I'm pretty sure that the Cooper runs a 10.6:1 piston, and they are both 1.6L with the same bore and stroke. So swapping in some Cooper pistons would be a great increase in power. Now...I dont know if the MCS pistons are forged and the MC's aren't...something to think about though.

From the Tritec site I've found that the valve sizes are the same, and Im wondering if the blocks are interchangeable...that would just mean that you could swap blocks rather than having to get pins pressed out and avoid the entire disassembly of the block. They are both cast iron blocks..im going to call mini and find out about forged vs. unforged pistons....

Well...no word from my dealership. *shrug* "the guy who would know left for the day"

Anyone know whats forged or not forged in the MC, and MCS?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by MartyR
Neither unknown nor a minority. Did you ever see the AGS threads?

You'd figure that the parties pushing a product, **** or not, would "pony" (pun intended) up the cash to satisfy anyone but the most naive of consumers.

When you introduce one variable at a time, then AND ONLY THEN do you have a true experiment.

Marty
I am unclear about something. Naive means un-knowledgeable/easily duped. There are plenty of knowledgeable people here [more knowledgeable than you AND I!] who are comfortable speculating a little. That is called hypothesis, and HYPOTHESIS is the basis of scientific discovery. It is hardly unscientific. It is practical. You may not have all info, but you have some AND you have enough background knowledge to deduce. Help me out a little.

Now, if you mean to suggest that I am naive, you're completely wrong, man. I HAVE an M7 ported blower. I felt the difference in throttle response [it breathes MUCH nicer than my stock one did]. I am by no means naive.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 10:44 AM
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Out of curiousity, why did your parents let you put a ported blower on your car, but not the AGS?

Originally Posted by ingsoc on mightyminiz
First of all, the parts looked amazing off the car. They now feel amazing ON the car, too! . Everything made it on except the AGS. Long story short, parents vetoed. Ahh well, they bought the car [I bought my upgrades ], so they are majority share holders.
http://www.teammightyminiz.com/forum...r=asc&start=44
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by ingsoc
I am unclear about something. Naive means un-knowledgeable/easily duped. There are plenty of knowledgeable people here [more knowledgeable than you AND I!] who are comfortable speculating a little. That is called hypothesis, and HYPOTHESIS is the basis of scientific discovery. It is hardly unscientific. It is practical. You may not have all info, but you have some AND you have enough background knowledge to deduce. Help me out a little.

Now, if you mean to suggest that I am naive, you're completely wrong, man. I HAVE an M7 ported blower. I felt the difference in throttle response [it breathes MUCH nicer than my stock one did]. I am by no means naive.
At no point did I single you out.

We're presumably all reasonable people (re intellect), but herein lies the rub - we're not all on a level playing field WRT disposable income. That is a significant determinant in my decision to buy hop-up parts for my cars. So hypothesis-driven science and hypothesis-driven consumerism don't hold up well to the same rigors.

More than one variable; this seems to be a recurring theme around here!

If I can see $700 leaving my bank account, I'd just like to see what I should expect to get for it. That's all. Not so tough to fathom, eh?

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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by andy@ross-tech.com
Who said anything about stock or lightly modded? Re-read my posts. I think everyone would like to see what change the m7 blower brings about KEEPING ALL OTHER THINGS ON THE CAR THE SAME. That is MUCH, MUCH more useful than saying "we changed A, B, and C ... look how well C works!".
OOOPS.... your right.... my apologies

other than that clarification I stand by my other posts
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by andy@ross-tech.com
Out of curiousity, why did your parents let you put a ported blower on your car, but not the AGS?


http://www.teammightyminiz.com/forum...r=asc&start=44
Andy, you have a dizzying wit.

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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by MartyR
Andy, you have a dizzying wit.

Marty
And what colossal ignorance! Do you know how easily it is to sell the idea of a factory for factory swap??

PS: My parents objected to the volume of my ported SC post AGS . The neighbors didn't find my late night arrivals so hot. Losers ! Speaking of losers, how much time do you waste stalking other people online, Andy? If you like my car, just say it. IF you're jealous, own up. Anyways, you better start saving up those massive BIM-COM profits! Oh wait, my bad!
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 01:42 PM
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Jeez... and people think TEAMMIGHTYMINIZ are militant.

So much repetitive banter over a couple of horsepower. You'd think you guys were driving Mustang SVT Cobras or something. Y'know, like the Cobras I whupt at Streets of Willow with only an M7 AGS and B&B Exhaust.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ingsoc
And what colossal ignorance! Do you know how easily it is to sell the idea of a factory for factory swap??
I don't think most of us know the difficulties of talking our parents into letting us put parts on our cars.

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PS: My parents objected to the volume of my ported SC post AGS . The neighbors didn't find my late night arrivals so hot. Losers !
That thread was linked in the AGS dyno thread and I remembered what you had mentioned. I'm a bit confused though. Your parents objected to the volume of your car after you installed the AGS? I thought you didn't install it or have it installed in your car at all?

Originally Posted by ingsoc
I participated firsthand in an install of the AGS. With my friend. There's no class involved. We installed a full Cosworth kit. I know the way around my car now quite well. I know where everything is. It was a fun education. You should try it. Then maybe you would have a perma grin like myself and love the world and people around you, not hate it.
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Originally Posted by ingsoc
Speaking of losers, how much time do you waste stalking other people online, Andy? If you like my car, just say it. IF you're jealous, own up. Anyways, you better start saving up those massive BIM-COM profits! Oh wait, my bad!
I DO like your car, it looks very nice.
 

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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 01:59 PM
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AGS goes on, I drive around and wake the spirits, AGS goes off [for now ]. You don't know where I live, so I suggest you hold your commentary .
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:01 PM
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Originally Posted by iDiaz
Jeez... and people think TEAMMIGHTYMINIZ are militant.

So much repetitive banter over a couple of horsepower. You'd think you guys were driving Mustang SVT Cobras or something. Y'know, like the Cobras I whupt at Streets of Willow with only an M7 AGS and B&B Exhaust.
I can attest, that did happen . Go Ivan!
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:15 PM
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What commentary?

Originally Posted by ingsoc
AGS goes on, I drive around and wake the spirits, AGS goes off [for now ]. You don't know where I live, so I suggest you hold your commentary .
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:17 PM
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Hmph. . Got anything more to say about this newest part that you've never even seen?

Originally Posted by andy@ross-tech.com
What commentary?
 

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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:19 PM
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I still don't get it, you said that everything made it on except the AGS. Now you say you installed it but then removed it? Considering you are one of the most vocal AGS supporters, why haven't you posted any feedback of your experience with it on the car (presumably from the shop to your parent's house back to the shop)?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:20 PM
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I don't have anything more to see about this newest part that I've never seen. What does that mean? Is that a riddle ... or a limerick?

Originally Posted by ingsoc
Hmph. . Got anything more to see about this newest part that you've never even seen?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by andy@ross-tech.com
I don't have anything more to see about this newest part that I've never seen. What does that mean? Is that a riddle ... or a limerick?
it's post-grind fatigue. my bad. correction made.

The AGS sounded SWEET to me, with the trick heatshield. There was no vacuum leak. It was a great improvement over stock, especially down low. I was thrilled, but I met quite a bit of resistance. It bummed me out for days. But, I'll put it back on when I take over my bills. Is that enough rehashing? :impatient
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:32 PM
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Would a MP62 fit down there?
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by VoiD
Would a MP62 fit down there?
I wondered that myself, but to be honest I highly doubt it would. You see, the weird thing is, this Eaton blower that we have is actually not a stock piece at all. Their model M45 indicates that it has the M45 impellars and air flow size/output, but the mounting holes, pulley and intake/output snout location, external casing, etc. are all 'one-offed', so to speak, for MINI. IF you got an MP62, you would need to find a way to mount it, fabricate pre- and post-SC passages [meaning new IC runners] and then get everything back on behind the bumper. My thinking is way too much work. The simplest [and in my mind best] option is just to port and polish and finesse what is already there. There are definately gains to be made in efficiency and therefore power. I love my M7 ported blower. Now, only to port and polish the runners....

PS: The other thing to remember is- the bigger the SC, the more parasitic loss. The stock blower already robs too much [%-wise] down low for my taste. I cannot imagine the lag with a SC for an engine twice ours' size. [I think that the 62 is for V6's around 4 litres, no?]
 
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Old Sep 8, 2005 | 02:47 PM
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Good question. The larger blower would definitely deliver a larger volume of air per revolution and could reduce drive losses and charge air heating. IIRC, GM replaced the M62 with the M90 in the Regal/Grand Prix/etc and were able to keep power the same while doing away with the IC since their temps were lower.

Here's some dimensions comparing the MP45 and MP62





Looks like the body cross section is the same, just different length. Of course, you'd need to find an alternate way to circulate coolant.

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Would a MP62 fit down there?
 
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