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Old Jul 14, 2022 | 09:40 AM
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JCW Downpipe?

I’ve not been able to find great information on the options for a high flow catted downpipe for the LCI2 JCW hatchback. Anyone have a recommendation? Mine is a 2023. Presumably the same as 2022.
 
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Old Jul 30, 2022 | 06:53 PM
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I’ve not been able to find great information on the options for a high flow catted downpipe for the LCI2 JCW hatchback. Anyone have a recommendation? Mine is a 2023. Presumably the same as 2022.
anyone?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2022 | 08:17 AM
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Best downpipes, period.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4628052
 
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Old Aug 21, 2022 | 10:07 PM
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https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4628052
He does not have anything for LCI2 unfortunately.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2022 | 02:24 PM
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Done!

Racing Dynamics downpipe fitted successfully. Had to cut a mounting tab that didn’t line up (as advised by Racing Dynamics) but it’s mounted up solidly.
 
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Old Oct 19, 2022 | 03:05 PM
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He does not have anything for LCI2 unfortunately.
Damn, I just saw the post and the link and got really excited, this is disappointing.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2025 | 05:33 PM
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Sorry what is an LC12? Would that be a reference to the year or maybe the 228hp engine vs the B48e? No codes after the Racing Dynamics install?
 
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Old Mar 31, 2025 | 05:42 PM
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Sorry what is an LC12? Would that be a reference to the year or maybe the 228hp engine vs the B48e? No codes after the Racing Dynamics install?
Oh sorry nm. I see the date
 
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Old Mar 31, 2025 | 06:18 PM
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Oh sorry nm. I see the date
Yes 2022+ I believe.

CEL for sure. No emissions test where I live so I didn’t care.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2025 | 10:20 AM
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There was definitely a change in the downpipe between 2019 and 2020 (LCI), but I don't know if was another change with the LCI2. I also know that the Racing dynamics downpipe does not fit, and if you call them about it, they will basically say it's because you don't know what you are doing. Racing dynamics problems Milltech, however knows there is a difference and makes one to fit the LCI. If you go through Way Motor Works, they will know which one to send you. Way helped me find the right one for my car, and they are the only website that lists the 2020+ option when buying one.

2 out of the 3 products I bought from Racing Dynamic had to be altered to make fit, and their customer service is HORRIBLE. I wouldn't buy water from them if my Mini was on fire and I was in it (they would probably send me gas instead and say it wasn't working, because I wasn't using it right).
 
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Old Apr 2, 2025 | 11:22 AM
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Yes we have an LCI version of the Milltek Downpipe available, just have to select the option
https://waymotorworks.com/milltek-ca...mini-cooper-s/
 
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Old Apr 2, 2025 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by dannieh42
There was definitely a change in the downpipe between 2019 and 2020 (LCI), but I don't know if was another change with the LCI2. I also know that the Racing dynamics downpipe does not fit, and if you call them about it, they will basically say it's because you don't know what you are doing. Racing dynamics problems Milltech, however knows there is a difference and makes one to fit the LCI. If you go through Way Motor Works, they will know which one to send you. Way helped me find the right one for my car, and they are the only website that lists the 2020+ option when buying one.

2 out of the 3 products I bought from Racing Dynamic had to be altered to make fit, and their customer service is HORRIBLE. I wouldn't buy water from them if my Mini was on fire and I was in it (they would probably send me gas instead and say it wasn't working, because I wasn't using it right).
Yes, the tech did have to bend a tab or not use a tab. Can’t remember. It fit other than that. He was able to make it work. I bought the car in 2022, with supply line stuff still suffering from Covid. It was a really hard to find stuff that would confirm that it fit. The Remus exhaust fit no problem even though they would not promise.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2025 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by WayMotorWorks
Yes we have an LCI version of the Milltek Downpipe available, just have to select the option
https://waymotorworks.com/milltek-ca...mini-cooper-s/
I am getting a 402 access denied message on this link and your site from my google search. Can I just email you my info?

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https://www.ebay.com/str/waymotorworks


 
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Old Apr 7, 2025 | 09:13 AM
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So Miltek is out because of the price I think. Scorpion apparently won't fit GPF cars so 2020+ are out. Altho I thought GPF was Euro spec but ECS says not. Won't touch Racing Dynamics so I am down to Evolution Racewerks or Armytrix it looks like. Does anyone have a thought on these products?
 
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Old Apr 7, 2025 | 10:49 AM
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I just want to add that Racing Dynamics 200 Cell Cat fitment was horrible. The installed requires lots of cutting and removing of parts from the DP itself. The clamp fitment was horrible and require tip tie to pull the downpipe into position. I absolutely would not recommend.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2025 | 10:40 AM
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Miscommunication with ECS on the Scorpion. It seems like it will work so I am going that way. Thanks for the responses.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2025 | 08:17 PM
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FI exhausts have a 200cel race cat, fits my 22 April build, passes uk Mot emissions text

supplied and fitted by carbon wurks

https://www.fi-exhaust.com/web/produ...M1686045077485
 
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Is it worth replacing the stock do with an aftermarket catted dip. Who makes one
 
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