ra2's GP
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ra2's GP
Well, I won't be posting as much as I used to. I really don't have much drama in the build process since I've been down this path several times now, so this build is essentially, a recreation of my final build from my old '10 Camden S.
So far:
ECS Tuning Kohlefaser Luft-Technik CAI
Wagner Competition Intercooler
M7 J-Brace
iPE Innotech Valvetronic Exhaust
AR Design 3" Catted DP
SPC Rear upper and lower control arms
CAE Ultrashifter
17x7.5 TE37v in Bronze
Bridgestone RE-71R 215/45/17
On order:
Stoptech Trophy
Ohlins R&T with Vorshlag Camber Plates
Why the Stoptechs? Lose the weight of the 6pot brakes, smaller, forged, rebuild is easier/cheaper than what BMW can offer. Plus, the offsets on my new TE37v are aggressive, so the 6pots require me to run 15mm spacers, which are ridiculous and I wouldn't be able to run them. So getting the Trophy brakes with the Ohlins will help clear with probably a 10mm spacer and about -2 camber.
The GP has been pretty sweet compared to my old Camden, outta the box, but I do more riding on my bike these days than driving the GP so the mileage will continue to stay pretty conservative.
Cheers.
So far:
ECS Tuning Kohlefaser Luft-Technik CAI
Wagner Competition Intercooler
M7 J-Brace
iPE Innotech Valvetronic Exhaust
AR Design 3" Catted DP
SPC Rear upper and lower control arms
CAE Ultrashifter
17x7.5 TE37v in Bronze
Bridgestone RE-71R 215/45/17
On order:
Stoptech Trophy
Ohlins R&T with Vorshlag Camber Plates
Why the Stoptechs? Lose the weight of the 6pot brakes, smaller, forged, rebuild is easier/cheaper than what BMW can offer. Plus, the offsets on my new TE37v are aggressive, so the 6pots require me to run 15mm spacers, which are ridiculous and I wouldn't be able to run them. So getting the Trophy brakes with the Ohlins will help clear with probably a 10mm spacer and about -2 camber.
The GP has been pretty sweet compared to my old Camden, outta the box, but I do more riding on my bike these days than driving the GP so the mileage will continue to stay pretty conservative.
Cheers.
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ECSTuning (01-07-2019)
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MINI parts are cheap, relatively, compared to my Porsche, so one mod on the Porsche is like 3-4 mods on the MINI, the mental justification is there. lol
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ECSTuning (01-09-2019)
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Yup. Had them on the last MINI so it'll definitely be a nice ride.
Tarett 25mm comp swaybar and endlinks on order along with Stoptech Trophy on order.
I think that generally sums up my build. I don't really want to touch the engine besides a lite tune to negate the CEL, but other than that, it will be a quick build compared to the years it took for my old Camden.
Tarett 25mm comp swaybar and endlinks on order along with Stoptech Trophy on order.
I think that generally sums up my build. I don't really want to touch the engine besides a lite tune to negate the CEL, but other than that, it will be a quick build compared to the years it took for my old Camden.
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WayMotorWorks (01-20-2019)
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I had a new set of pieces painted. I got the Euro wheel arches, so it was a reflector delete and gives it a better look. Happy with the outcome so far. But they'll likely get eaten up from the meaty tires because of how extremely aggressive these TE-37v's are compared to regular TE's. I'll post a photo when that's all said and done, but for now, I still need to get the corner balance and I'll be done. I've spent probably well over $10k in 2 months on this, so I need a break.
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Looks great! Did you weight the old GP2 vs the new stoptechs side by side? I know when I picked up the GP2 caliper and OEM rotors they were pretty heavy coming from the 4 pot JCW brembos.
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I just know the feel is substantially different. Night and day difference. Heel and toe shifting is much smoother and predictable for smooth braking. The 6pots have really strong bite and they're great, no doubt, but I much prefer the Stoptechs for ease of swapping brake pads and more pad options with the STR-40 calipers.
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mountainhorse (01-30-2019)