JCW 2023 JCW Convertible in Detail
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2023 JCW Convertible in Detail
Hey JCW fans -
I will be covering my JCW convertible in more detail here with pics and videos. Beginning with the rear diffuser and exhaust. Mini really stepped up its game with the redesign of the rear diffuser by squaring it off at the ends and adding the vertical slots. Additionally, it blends in perfectly with the body and gives the beautiful trumpet exhaust tips a finished look.
On a cold morning start-up it has a nice mellow note (listen to it here).
I will be covering my JCW convertible in more detail here with pics and videos. Beginning with the rear diffuser and exhaust. Mini really stepped up its game with the redesign of the rear diffuser by squaring it off at the ends and adding the vertical slots. Additionally, it blends in perfectly with the body and gives the beautiful trumpet exhaust tips a finished look.
On a cold morning start-up it has a nice mellow note (listen to it here).
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Screwed into the rear receiver without issue.
It looks like I was mistaken about the angle not being straight or the holes not lining up correctly. At this point, it looks like the only issue is that the threads need the be chased out because I can only get 1 thread in there. Barely a full turn. That wouldn’t be safe for recovery or flat bed loading. Gonna take it real slow with a big screwdriver and some thin oil lube maybe a quarter turn at a time. What do you think?
I see there’s room for a lug nut key in this pouch. Did you get locking lug nuts @michaelo ? Most people don’t want those anyway.
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Here is a short video on my Pirelli Summer Run Flat Tire. People are quick to say 'ditch the run flats". I completely disagree. I think they ride great and have zero issues with them. And if I get a flat...I can safely drive home.
Also note, my car did not come with a standard jack or wrench -because I have run flats.
Also note, my car did not come with a standard jack or wrench -because I have run flats.
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Agreed about the run flats @michaelo They’re hard but it’s not that bad and being able to keep rolling in the event of a flat is a great thing to have.
Update on the tow pin. I got it in! It took lots of patience and elbow grease but I used a big screw driver to help turn the tow pin about a half turn at a time back and forth/ in and out, wipe the threads clean of metal shavings, more oil, back and forth until I could screw it in all the way by hand. I’m not able to do it with 2 fingers, more like 2 hands but it’s finally the way it’s supposed to be. Thanks for the help.
Update on the tow pin. I got it in! It took lots of patience and elbow grease but I used a big screw driver to help turn the tow pin about a half turn at a time back and forth/ in and out, wipe the threads clean of metal shavings, more oil, back and forth until I could screw it in all the way by hand. I’m not able to do it with 2 fingers, more like 2 hands but it’s finally the way it’s supposed to be. Thanks for the help.
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Nice demo @michaelo I like being able to hold down the lock button for folding side view mirror action
I also have noticed intermittent wireless interference occasionally causing interrupted processes. Standing closer and having a CR2032 battery in the fob able to hold a 3.4~3.6 charge should help increase range and reliability.
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It’s not free but maybe one of these days I may add this mod.
I also have noticed intermittent wireless interference occasionally causing interrupted processes. Standing closer and having a CR2032 battery in the fob able to hold a 3.4~3.6 charge should help increase range and reliability.
Have you seen
Last edited by iCANdrive55; 02-07-2023 at 12:10 PM.
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What are the odds that the new list of available manuals will include the JCW vert?
MINI USA Offering Manual Gearbox On Four Additional Models
MINI USA Offering Manual Gearbox On Four Additional Models
The answer is YES. I have a 2024 JCW HT with 6-speed manual on order right now. It's due to go into production last week of March and it will also be Rebel Green!
Kevin.