DIY Requests....
 

A place to post up what you'd like to see others put up for DIYs.

My request.. How to change the spark plugs for R53. Thanks!

Thermostat switch out
 

Getting rdy to switch out my stock thermostat with a 180 degree M7, dont know if anyone has already posted a DIY for this one and I dont have a Bentleys service manual. Got a pretty good idea of what to do but I always like to see a walkthru first.

How to pull the engine.

how to install injectors plz

alternator
 

how to replace alternator and belt (and whatever else you should do while in there)

How to add Seafoam through the intake (R53's) with pics would be great :thumbsup: .

How to remove your stereo


(I know its a simple DIY, but it helps add a variety to the how-to section and itll only take 15 minutes for someone to make one)

Rear View Mirror Cover
 

I have a 2010 MINI and have just gotten a checkered rear view mirror cover. I've been looking for instructions on how to put it on, but can't find any. Anyone out there know how or can give me a link to a post that explains it?

Thanx in advance.:)

Headliner?
 

Does any one know how to remove the headliner on an R53 without breaking it? I want to cover it in fiberglass and paint to match the car, but cant get the thing out! Any help and pics would be great:thumbsup:

This probably would need to be split in "How to remove a head-unit" and "How to remove front speakers" and "How to remove back speakers". Furthermore , the headunit is built-in differently in a 1st Generation new mini (R50,R52,R53,R54) than a 2nd Generation (R56-55-57) and a single topic would not be specific enough.


This is covered in https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...the-clips.html for the external mirrors (a replacement of existing part).
The internal mirror cover is simply by using double-sided sticky tape on the inside of the cover, then making sure it is aligned 100% properly, then holding it for two minutes while applying pressure. Unfortunately I could not find a specific topic about this.

If possible, did anybody done a Transmission Oil Flush DIY?

Thanks in Advance

Here ya go!
Attachment 46515

Dealer fix is more grief than doing it myself. I've got a Haynes, a new stat and a new housing coming, I'll try to put something together.

Lower engine mount replacement please.

Really simple, it is only two bolts and jacking the front of the car off the ground to get at the lil-bugger, Oh make sure to use jackstands and support the motor with your jack/ a pice of 2X6 will keep you from damaging your oil pan:thumbsup:

+1 on the injector install.

Thanks

How to replace a ripped inner CV shaft boot. All the threads I've found say they consulted a Haynes manual but Haynes' website says they don't make a MINI manual!

I already did this one...
 

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...247-post6.html

It's easy...

Matt

A/C Diy
 

I would like to see a/c clutch electrical testing, best way to access the wires.test (find) low pressure switch. R & R a/c compressor. Working on mine now. I hope it is just low on suds.

supercharger pulley w/ belt
 

supercharger pulley w/ belt

stone.
just follow the instructions that come with the pulley and you will be fine. I did it in 4 hours a year ago today when i was still 17. (ok i turned 18 4 days later... but i was 17 when i did it..., regardless.. its not hard. just make sure you have a torque wrench with allen sockets)

i need updated sc pully install instructions
 

theres only one sc pully how to on this thread and cant find anymore...the one on here doesnt have pics anymore cuz it was written in 2003!!!

anyone with links that has a sc pully install with pics?

:confused:

Mini Mania have '01 to '05 Haynes as far as I could tell, I have an '06 so got mine from Ebay in the UK.

Manual number 4273 for 'July 2001 to 2006 (Y to 56 reg) Petrol' book.


See http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HAYNES-MINI-bm...43381791145879

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