1st Generation MINIs / Stock Problems/Issues    Today 10:32 AM

NC TRACKRAT
I'll up-date my previous post. I had three Mishimotos and two leaked. Don't know about the last one because I sold the car. At least they were replaced under warranty.
Was going to replace my Mishimoto rad under warranty, but found it was cheaper and more time-efficient to just replace it with a CSF one that my mechanic keeps a few of in stock....

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3rd Generation MINIs / F55/F56 :: Hatch Talk (2014+)    Today 08:43 AM

Pop off the plastic cover and sitting right in front of you, attached to the intake manifold, is the fuel tank breather valve. Give a listen to it and see if that is where the intermittent tapping...

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MINIs in General / General MINI Talk    Today 06:42 AM

Here's the converter plug you need: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002BEVAC?ref=ppx_y o2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_t itle Be sure and disconnect the battery before attempting to remove the dash pieces. You...

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2nd Generation MINIs / R56 :: Hatch Talk (2007+)    Today 06:40 AM

I have never had this much trouble with an outter CV joint boot and Ive done my fair share on this car and others. It popped off again. I think I realized why....its too big Not in circumference but...

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MINIs in General / Mini/MINI BUILDS    Today 04:02 AM

Nice job on that exhaust! looks like fun trying to get around the transfer case and diff.... Looks pretty loud, too! Any sound clips?

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1st Generation MINIs / R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006)    Today 12:47 AM

I think it's about to fail. In my experience the weakest point in the regulator is the plastic clips that slides over the rail. This gets worn out or breaks because of wear and dirt on rails. It...

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MINIs in General / the *NEW* Mini Marketplace    Yesterday 07:22 PM

Hmmm. Even with gas prices where they are, this might be worth the drive from Phoenix for me! Let me talk with the wife.

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1st Generation MINIs / R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006)    Yesterday 02:52 PM

If you need your catalytic converter intact, pop and bang tuning could be detrimental to it.

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Modifications / Drivetrain (Cooper S)    Yesterday 12:38 PM

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Update on my mishimoto aluminum radiator. I've had it in for a few months now and love it. I've had no issues at all. I highly recommend it!
Did you get a leak from this Mishimoto?

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1st Generation MINIs / R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006)    Yesterday 11:21 AM

Nice looking car !

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