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spark plugs and spark plugs wires

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Old 07-02-2012, 05:15 AM
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spark plugs and spark plugs wires

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I own a MINI 2004 Cooper Base. I'm planning on replacing the coil, the spark plugs and the spark plugs wires. What kind should I use ? Any recommendation ? I appreciate it.
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 05:39 AM
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Stock... There is nothing to gain from upgrading.
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 06:04 AM
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Wires are so short, they are good for a long time before the resistance goes too hi...an ohm meter can be used to check them.
For plugs, be sure to buy and use a tourqe wrench....plugs have a tendency to loosen, and get blown our...more on the s, but still can happen on a cooper.
As for coil...it is either good or bad...no power to be gained. Just check the plugs on it for corrosion...a bit of steel wool, and a some dielectric grease will fix it a few times, or just get an aftermarket with brass plugs...but like i said, no power, and many tuners used the oem....i have the msd..got it for the brass terminals, but no real change vs when the terminals are clean.
For plugs, ngk seem ti work great on the mini.
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 07:27 AM
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I put the Kingsbourne wires (red) and Beru plugs from Outmotoring nice combo
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 10:19 AM
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Stock replacement parts.
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 11:54 AM
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We sell and use Brisk LGS plugs. They do make a little more power and last very well. They are one step colder heat range for MINIs with pulley upgrades and JCW package but work in all MINIs without problems.
http://www.sneed4speed.com/brisk-lgs...-set-for-mini/
 
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Old 07-02-2012, 12:02 PM
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