What did you do to your mini today?

itsminibtch · 2010-03-03 04:57:23

Installed this today. http://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/577304_x600.jpg Is this the brake duct air flow tube?

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Sep 8, 2014 | 08:46 AM

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Grizld700

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Originally Posted by MikewithaMini

Installed this today.

Is this the brake duct air flow tube?

Sep 8, 2014 | 08:47 AM

#14352

JABowders

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From: Dover, PA

2004 R53 MC40 #211 JCW - Removed and stripped the Headliner. Getting ready to recover and re-install. (ordered material) I need to order 2 of the yellow panel clips...they didn't survive.

I took the time to pull the side panels completely out, I'll vacuum and clean prior to re-installing them.

I did not know that the rear pillar covers are tethered, so I ended up having to leave them hanging.

I will also replace the foam rear panel filters, they are in sad shape.

Washed the car, and locked it up until ready for reassembly.

Motor on!

Sep 8, 2014 | 08:50 AM

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JABowders

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From: Dover, PA

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Originally Posted by Mini Union

made me a sticker...

Looks great!

I'm working on one... "Rocket Fuel Only"

Motor on!

Sep 8, 2014 | 05:49 PM

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Cary Cooper

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Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Here is the pics of the JCW parts.

JCW black leather steering wheel w/red stitching ? The JCW GP 2 Version ( thicker ) or JCW version ( standard thickness ) ? See below for options on the R56+, put all the options.

This is the JCW Leather wheel that is normal thickness but has a red stitching on the inside. Found on newer JCW's and JCW Countryman.

JCW ( normal thickness ) Steering Wheel Leather W/ Red Stitching - Manual transmission

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/32306798801/ES2178694/

Those parts above ( on your last post ) are the JCW "Thicker" wheel in Full leather or Alcantara

JCW "Thicker" wheel in Full leather

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/32300416250/ES52298/

JCW "Thicker" wheel in half Alcantara / Leather

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/32300416251/

OR

Here is close up of the JCW GP 2 wheel, thicker in full leather w/ red stitching.

JCW GP2 Leather Steering Wheel - Red Stitching

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/32306858010/

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"JCW shifter w/black leather gaitor and red stitching"

Maybe the JCW GP2 version ? Or the one without the red top, but red shift pattern.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/25117638583/ES2607800/

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"JCW black leather handbrake gaitor w/red stitching"

Has to be this one.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/34429225263/

Post up pics of that interior.

-JCW ( normal thickness ) Steering Wheel Leather W/ Red Stitching - Manual transmission
-JCW Shifter without the red top, but red shift pattern... like the one you have pictured with the red stitching on the gaitor.
-JCW hand brake gaitor - like the one you have pictured.

Also installed a new main toggle switch panel (for rear fog lights) with the toggle, and had MINI activate the rear fog lights (reprogram the ECU) --funny how some MINI dealers say you have to "purchase" the fog lights when for a 2013 MCS they're ALREADY THERE, just need to be activated via ECU reprogram w/BMW codes!
-Just received H-Sport comp RSB and NM Engineering Ti Heat Shield. To be installed next weekend! Whah-hoo!

Sep 8, 2014 | 06:20 PM

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MikewithaMini

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From: Richardson, TX

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Originally Posted by Grizld700

Is this the brake duct air flow tube?

No, it is the replacement part for the cold side to intake on the right side of the engine bay, replacing the big coupled rubber hose. If you still have it, it would replace or delete the noise maker Y. Pricey sucker. But it works. No leaks!

Sep 9, 2014 | 05:21 AM

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Grizld700

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Originally Posted by MikewithaMini

Interesting! I didn't know they made that for our N14 engines! Or is it an N18 part? How much is pricey?

Sep 9, 2014 | 02:06 PM

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MikewithaMini

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Originally Posted by Grizld700

Interesting! I didn't know they made that for our N14 engines! Or is it an N18 part? How much is pricey?

Griz, I think it is a universal replacement. I ultimately found the part number at my local dealer under the part plates for 2011 R60! Alternatives don't seem to be available any longer. I believe it applies to all turbo'd cars with the exception of the F cars of course.

Sep 9, 2014 | 02:25 PM

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Grizld700

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R60 huh? How about that! The reason I ask on price is I have the NM Engineering equivalent and wondered which one is the least expensive.

Sep 9, 2014 | 02:36 PM

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MikewithaMini

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Originally Posted by Grizld700

R60 huh? How about that! The reason I ask on price is I have the NM Engineering equivalent and wondered which one is the least expensive.

Oh! Sorry. Exactly has them at about $66. I paid a little more for immediate need and gratification. $75 with tax.

Sep 9, 2014 | 02:51 PM

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Grizld700

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Thats cheap! Sounds like a must buy for all N14's!

Sep 9, 2014 | 02:59 PM

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i got the same thing from my GP2 for my Nigel N14, worked perfect and dealer can't say shat!
for the discharge pipe, I went NM all the way! By IC muffler :P

Sep 10, 2014 | 08:52 AM

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From: Oakland

Little plasti dip on my least favorite part on the clubman

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Sep 10, 2014 | 05:11 PM

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Suspension Mod - R56/GP rear Trailing Arms & Rear Sway bar

Got the rest of the parts for my Rear Suspension Upgrade:

R56/GP Rear Trailing Arms
Helix Shock/Strut Adapters
Hotchkis 22mm Rear Sway Bar (Hollow)
Rear Speed Sensors
R56 End Links
All Associated Factory Bolts

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...rsion-kit.html

Now I just have to install it all and get the car Re-Aligned

Sep 10, 2014 | 06:41 PM

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From: Claremore OK

Drove 220 miles to Dealer to have 1st scheduled maintenance performed. Oil change, filter change, inspection. ( I had changed oil and filter at 1500miles and 5000miles). The CBS indicator was on at 8520miles. The car runs great, no issues to report. I plan on continuing the oil changes at 5000mile intervals.
Dealer found right front rim had small ding on inside rim. Gave me a quote $355.00 to replace rim. After I informed him the rims were covered by insurance purchased when I bought the Coupe S, He told me it wasn't leaking air and would be fine without changing It out.
The dealer gave the coupe a courtesy wash and they did an excellent job on the Mini clean up, looks better than when originally delivered.
The 220 mile drive home was fun down historic Route 66 and the cool air had the Coupe S engine even more responsive than it usually is.

I have enjoyed every mile of the 8740 on the clock.

Keep motoring!

Sep 10, 2014 | 08:30 PM

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Removed the old chrome headlight and taillight bezels and installed OEM Black ones. Looks a million times better than the plasti dip I had on the chrome ones before.

Sep 10, 2014 | 09:55 PM

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From: Webster Groves, MO

Ordered the vanity plates for my 2014 MCs - he finally gave me a name! Now, patiently waiting for the DMV to process/deliver.

Sep 11, 2014 | 06:51 AM

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Today my '02 R53 will turn over 100,000 miles. To celebrate, I bought it a Cravenspeed oil dipstick (hint: it's not a stick at all...) and I've ordered a replacement for my old hacked up JCW Aero kit front bumper, grills, and fog light covers. My hoodstripes are 12 years old so they're looking pretty ragged and I have a couple of big rock dings in the hood so I may spring for a repaint on the hood, as well.

Never had a car I've enjoyed as much as this one!

Sep 12, 2014 | 07:40 AM

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We have the factory Cooper S Hood stripes here: and for the price its a great deal. 51140407142 & 51140407141

http://www.ecstuning.com/News/R52_R53_Cooper_S_Solid_Hood_Stripe_Set_2002_2003_2 004_2005_2006_2007_2008/

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Sep 12, 2014 | 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Cary Cooper

Nice ! The red stitching pops on the interior the steering JCW or GP2 wheels feel so good.

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Sep 12, 2014 | 09:51 AM

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Installed my new tsudo exhaust, built for 02-03 models on my 04'. Modified a bracket and fit like a glove. Too loud though but I can fix that

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Sep 12, 2014 | 11:13 AM

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Got the Rear Trail Arms and Rear Sway bat Installed:

Sep 12, 2014 | 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MikewithaMini

Yea, its just the N14 6/2010+ back intake tube for the Turbo S engines. In 6/2010 they got rid of the sound tube, but they kept it for the N14 Turbo JCW engines up to 2012. Used as stock on the N18 Turbo engines.

Makes 7 & 8 as one piece and then eliminates the 10 , 13, 16. You will get less noise on the interior with this simple mod.

Intake Manifold - Lower/ Upper Rear 13719806688

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/13719806688/

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Sep 12, 2014 | 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ECSTuning

Thanks

I'm not sure where it originated, here, European cars, or date start, but you could by the part #8 without the Y extension for the "Noise Maker Delete" mod. I had done that way long ago and found that the plastic piece where the Y is in this diagram was leaking air at one of the molded seams of the plastic. It is my understanding that you cannot buy that Y-less part anymore, and I think the Y piece is becoming extinct from the dealers as well, from what they tell me. All in favor of the one-piece replacement.