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Old Mar 7, 2008 | 02:17 PM
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And by the way, I am very impressed with the car Mr. PGT sir. Its Very Nice, I just wish I had the money to be able to do that sort of stuff, but alas, I only be 23, not alot of spare change for fun at this point in my life, but hell, at least I broke down and got me the MINI, even if it has 100k on it!
 

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Old Mar 7, 2008 | 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by mokmokmini
I figure this is the best spot for this question, who makes the best heads? I am all done with the "cheap" mods, now for some real fun. I'm just not sure as to where even to look for a head. I like the one on MiniMania, but heavens know I have no idea if they are the goodlyest. Also, would putting on a new DOHC head from a 07 work? Change out the timeing chain/belt, would it work? And why is a DOHC any better than a SOHC head? I have no clue as to why it would be better. Any help would be totally fantabulios! Thank guys
For RMW cylinder heads
http://www.revolutionmini.com/cylinders.html

For RMW cam see
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=125310

see post #27
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=126922

And search for more info under "jesus head".
 
Old Mar 26, 2008 | 03:08 PM
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Here's my small list.

Interior:
Auto-Up circuit (for key fob)
Blue LED's..including custom dome/puddle lights
Lettering on dash
Custom CarPC (in boot) with 7" Touchscreen (custom mount)
-PC handles following: music, dvd, video, SanVision (webcam to record drive) gps, phone, virtual gauges, gas prices, traffic cams, e-mail, car maintenance, and um..anything else a computer can do. Backup keyboard is under passenger seat. (waiting on new adapter for onboard computer connection--virtual gauges currently down)
- Cool new feature is the PC now requires a touchscreen password. If incorrect password is entered, video is recorded and saved to the drive.
-Computer sounds use same voice that horn does to talk.
Removed cigarette lighter to split power elsewhere (I don't smoke so didn't need it) -- Custom charger for usb hub in glovebox
DIY Aux Input in glovebox (computer connects to HU there..Audio can also be transferred to talking horn)
Custom painted dash/trim

Exterior:
Scanner Light (upgraded to brighter light)
Mini eyes
Horn that simulates speech (stock still on as well)
Angel Eyes with Silverstar bulbs
Blacked chrome trim
White door handles
A-Pillar graphics
Europlate, Tow Hook, and chrome piece in bumper pic
Badass roof graphic
Joey-modded Lights
Driving Lights (switch wired to panel under gear shift)
Boot Light (detachable)
Orange LED behind sidemarker..more of a strip leading to orange bulb (no pics yet)
Painted (white) B and C pillars. (can see them in roof graphic shots)
"S" Side skirts
Custom painted front grill

Performance:
JCW Front Strut Bar
Alta 22mm Rear Sway Bar
Afe Intake

Misc:
Self-made toy (Model for roof graphic )
Stickers -Actual Size, Pull to Inflate, Autobot logo for steering wheel


There are some more electronic and aesthetic mods but they all revolve around the CarPC or another previous mod and I don't feel like listing them all. :D


I'm sure some of the ones on the list don't meet the requirements, but my car has a pc and it talks...so there



Michael/San

Edit: Updated as of 06-11-08
 

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Old Mar 29, 2008 | 08:25 PM
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no mad modders at the dragon show yet... they set the bar a bit higher.
for what its worth, im modded:
Hamann Front Aero Bumper
Aero Kit side and rear bits
JCW Cold Air Intake (flapectomy with full electrical removal)
Alta Air Diverter Classic
M7 Ultimate Upper Grill
M7 Air Plate Diverter
M7 Oil Catch Can w/"braided" hoses
M7 Anniversary Strut Tower Brace
Forge Aluminum Power Steering Tank
Forge Aluminum Radiator Tank
Kingsborne Blue 8mm Plug Wires
NGK Iridium IX Plugs
Custom Stainless Exhaust Tips, blacked out H-Sport Springs
H-Sport Rear Swar Bar w/Control Arms
Motegi 18" Black Rims
Detroit Tuned BBK Stage 3. Mmmm Tastes like stopping.
Blacked out belt line
Helix Short Shifter
iPod adaptor and nice snuggly cradle in glove box
Clear Side Markers
Blacked out side repeaters w/Black Lenses
Stubby Antenna


Hamann Pedal set
Hamann eBrake Handle
Blacked out down tubes and speaker surrounds

I swap out magnetic stripes now and again. Hyper Blue FTW!
 
Old Mar 29, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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Most of this is in my sig but here is a list. I may have missed a few minor things cuz I lose track of mods after awhile.

Mods:
Aero Kit with foglight blackout surrounds
Tow Hook
M7 Hood Scoop
M7 DFIC
M7 Intercooler Aerogel
M7 Header Aerogel
M7 Strut tower plates
M7 Rear Chassis Brace
M7 Under Strut System
Mini Eyes…hahahah
Schrick race cam (Germany)
Head port and polished
Iridium spark plugs
High voltage spark plug wires
GruppeM CF CAI (Japan)
Kelleners ECU (Germany)
Kelleners 15% pulley (Germany)
Kelleners Exhaust (Germany)
Supersprint Header
Bilstein PSS9 suspension (front and rear)
Brembo GT Big Brakes (drilled) (front)
Brembo drilled rotors (rear)
Ferodo race pads (rear)
Sachs Stage II racing clutch (Germany)
Chrome line interior (aftermarket)
Schroth racing harness (driver and passenger side)
Schrader Performance Rear seat delete
JCW CF wing
GoMiniGo brake light kit (one of the first to get one of the kits..thanks Dave for installing it too!)
GoMiniGo 3rd Brake Light Pulsar
Minspeed stubby antenna
18” Neez Euro Cross forged wheels (Japan)
Hankook Ventus Sport K104 35/205 tires
Zune MP3 player with MP3 player holder
WicoNavi GPS with DMB (Korea)
Harmon Kardon stereo

NOTE: just for suspension, brakes/rotors. wheels, and tires was about 10K....yikes

Planned mods: Corbeau LG1 seats, DVD player, air vent scoops. short shifter, MSD coil, window tint, port/polished SC, JetHot coating for the header.
 

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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 02:14 PM
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 06:45 AM
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Originally Posted by PGT
/\ since you've posted now and blown so much scrilla and want to talk smack here, what power did your car put down on a dyno? And no, having no numbers isn't acceptable either
yer a ***** cuz u cant afford the top of the line bro. i got 201whp....not bhp....and am now remappng the ecu to get it over 215whp ok.......
 
Old Apr 6, 2008 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by ArmyDog
yer a ***** cuz u cant afford the top of the line bro. i got 201whp....not bhp....and am now remappng the ecu to get it over 215whp ok.......
uh oh PGT....watch out or he will call you names on the internets!
 
Old Apr 6, 2008 | 07:44 AM
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Wow - PGT - I don't know if I could live with myself after that thrashing, you poor, poor fellow who can't afford a real man's MINI.
 
Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:39 AM
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 05:05 PM
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u might really have to detune if u want to race fairly, or safely hahaha. Cuz octane #s in korea is pretty low... lets play fair!
 
Old Apr 6, 2008 | 05:06 PM
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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 05:10 PM
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maybe I'll just leave my dead O2 in so it pulls timing to get down to his level. then again, even if I won, I would be less of a man since I didn't spend 25% of the cost of the car on baller wheels
eheh man... I wish I can afford some Neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez
 
Old Apr 6, 2008 | 05:15 PM
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Old Apr 24, 2008 | 04:08 PM
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For those of you who remember it, I am finally getting the Mod Squad badges made. I just received a samples from Cooperflags. These magnetic badges are like no others. The quality is outstanding. They're so thick I though they had sent me a stack of them (they sent two). Photos below. In the thickness comparison photo a standard badge is on the left and the new Cooperflags badge is on the right.







Thanks Ed!
 
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 05:18 PM
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Excellent, MINI Bee !!

When will they be available for purchase ??
 
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Since I'm not a vendor, I'm not at liberty to discuss that in these forums. PM me if interested.
 
Old May 18, 2008 | 11:45 AM
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I missed this thread Gotta go find my post so I can update.
 
Old May 18, 2008 | 11:57 AM
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It's stickied, Mel... how could you forget to update ?!!?
 
Old May 18, 2008 | 11:59 AM
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I don't know, I tend to cruise past stickied stuff!
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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2004 MINI Cooper S
Electric Blue Metallic
White Roof/Mirrors
6 Speed Manual



Removed Resonator
Swisscheesed Airbox
Swisscheesed Wall behind Intake
Clear Taillights
Stealth Bulbs
Clear Side Reflectors
Debadged
Stubby Antenna
Removed Front Plate
MINI Eyes
Silver Shift ****
5% Window Tint
Front window 20% Banner
Custom License Plates
Custom Blue Vinyl Stickers
M Series Vinyl sticker


Alottttttttt Moree to comeee!!!!!!! ;]
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 02:06 PM
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Old May 29, 2008 | 02:38 PM
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So your saying it doesnt modify the look at all? i actually find i to be a top 5 mod when looking at other cars i admire. it blocks the smooth clean look.
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 02:51 PM
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Old May 29, 2008 | 04:02 PM
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When you remove the plate and bracket it modifys the front bumper.
hence being a mod. but im sorry you dont consider it a mod.
trust me, i have plenty of engine mods planned out, its just a sence of when i get the money to do them! ;]
 



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