Drivetrain M62 SC on the MINI is reality
OVERDRIVE
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From: Greensboro, NC
. First thread in history to take a vacation ! 
its been so long we are going to need a flash back post like TV series do just to get everyone on the same page and so that the saga can continue .......
You should have posted ....... to be continued .......... before departing to Europe
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6th Gear
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Well its about time . First thread in history to take a vacation !
its been so long we are going to need a flash back post like TV series do just to get everyone on the same page and so that the saga can continue .......
You should have posted ....... to be continued .......... before departing to Europe
. First thread in history to take a vacation ! its been so long we are going to need a flash back post like TV series do just to get everyone on the same page and so that the saga can continue .......
You should have posted ....... to be continued .......... before departing to Europe
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Well, I'm back from Greenville. Been down there working with Dave on Bob's car, adding some surprises and fixing the things we blew up during the week...
Just kidding!
Dave really knows what he's doing, and that car is FAST. I think we may need some 10" wide tires, though...
Just kidding!
Dave really knows what he's doing, and that car is FAST. I think we may need some 10" wide tires, though...
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6th Gear
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Well, I'm back from Greenville. Been down there working with Dave on Bob's car, adding some surprises and fixing the things we blew up during the week...
Just kidding!
Dave really knows what he's doing, and that car is FAST. I think we may need some 10" wide tires, though...
Just kidding!
Dave really knows what he's doing, and that car is FAST. I think we may need some 10" wide tires, though...
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6th Gear
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If you are going to be around later..... maybe we can get together and I'll show it to you
5th Gear
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From: Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta suburbs)
Now I'm getting all excited as Icarus gets handed off to Dave today after he drops off Bob's for the M62 transplant. I really don't know how you handled not having your Mini for that long. Poor fella. I'm already taking lingering looks at my boy. 
Hurry back buddy!
On a side note, re: dyno, have you figured out a way to take advantage of your DFIC during a dyno run? I tried putting a blower right in front of mine but it just doesn't duplicate real air flow at all. There was no delta from the runs without the DFIC but I know beyond doubt this thing adds an awesome punch to the giddy up.
Hurry back buddy! On a side note, re: dyno, have you figured out a way to take advantage of your DFIC during a dyno run? I tried putting a blower right in front of mine but it just doesn't duplicate real air flow at all. There was no delta from the runs without the DFIC but I know beyond doubt this thing adds an awesome punch to the giddy up.
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From: City of Angels, Cali
Have the dyno numbers been posted yet? I haven't followed this thread for weeks, so if there are any dyno numbers can someone post link directly to it?.. will save me sifting through all the love making....
It should be going on the dyno here shortly (next couple of days, I think)... Am I correct?
MisFitoy - I just found out Friday my friend in Indy is getting this done, maybe we could set up a date and cruise down together to check out his beast...
It's an '06 JCW with DFIC and some other goodies (don't know if the DFIC is on yet or not)... PM me if you're interested
MisFitoy - I just found out Friday my friend in Indy is getting this done, maybe we could set up a date and cruise down together to check out his beast...
It's an '06 JCW with DFIC and some other goodies (don't know if the DFIC is on yet or not)... PM me if you're interested
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6th Gear
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R U one of the "betas"
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Good luck, I know you won't be dissappointed!
Try crearing a plastic sleeve (tube) that you attach (tape) to the fan and the other end to the DFIC (tape) - this way 100% of the fan air is forced thru the DFIC. It would then only be a question if the fan is producing comparable air to the real world.
? Everyone pony up a dollar and submit your HP guess. Winner takes all !
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From: Chapin
Spider,
I am indeed one of the fortunate ones. Had a few moments of doubt on Saturday morning as I was babying MB down to Greenville from Hendrick in CLT. MB has a bad S/C. I thought the factory S/C and the M62 were going to be closer in price range. But I feel in the long run what I want the car to be will be worth it.
I am indeed one of the fortunate ones. Had a few moments of doubt on Saturday morning as I was babying MB down to Greenville from Hendrick in CLT. MB has a bad S/C. I thought the factory S/C and the M62 were going to be closer in price range. But I feel in the long run what I want the car to be will be worth it.
