New stuff going on at MINI-Motorsport... ahem, Webb Motorspo
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OK, so some big things have been going on here. Some preliminary data until I can get all the pics and numbers in place:
UUC Exhaust
The UUC system is here and undergoing evaluation. Looks VERY nice, but there are some differences in this unit and the originally advertised piece from them - it is 2.25" to the cans (and Ys very nicely to go into the two mufflers) then comes out of the cans at 2". Numbers to follow early next week after a few runs on different days have been done. Prelims look promising...
Alta Exhaust
The Alta exhaust system will be tested next week - a single sided (read lightweight), 2.5", dual oval outlet, fully polished stainless system.
Milltek Exhaust
The Milltek exhaust (not the header, the cat-back) has been on the car and tested. The fit and finish can be called, um, adequate. That's the bad news. The good news is that it was 2 horsepower down on the Magnaflow, but 2 ft-lbs of torque up on the Magnaflow. I believe backpressure is the reason. The unit is 2.5" off the cat, then splits at the back (it IS a two sided system) into a 1 3/4" (!) pipe to and from the very small mufflers. For comparison, another set of runs were done comparing the Magnaflow to the stock system. On a car with most of the available mods done, the system made 9 horsepower and 5 lb-ft over stock. The Milltek made 7 hp, but 7 lb-ft of torque as well.
Alta Intake
The Alta intakes finally have hoses here - red and blue.
Intercooler Development
New intercoolers are being made as I write...
Brake Systems
A new brake system is nearing the end of its development - look for some prelim pics and data soon.
Nitrous Oxide
A radical NO2 system with full control will be tested here on track and autocross within the next month. Another similar system may be available from another manufacturer as well which would also be tested. I won't be doing "hit the button" systems, but rather throttle position or as needed systems with full control and protection. LOTS of development and testing will be done before these are available for the general market.
Aquamist Water Injection
Testing on the Aquamist water injection system is being done for a pulley equipped car.
Cowl Scoops
The cowl scoops to direct air for positive pressure in the rear bonnet space for the air intakes will also be ready very soon. Those, along with a new header system, are being manufactured here in the US.
Plasma Booster
The M7 plasma booster is on the car and will be dyno'ed Tuesday. The unit is very easy to install and looks pretty trick. I honestly don't feel anything yet, but the dyno may say differently. From the numbers I've ssen so far, it would make sense that I don't feel anything anyway - it's tough to feel 1-2 horsepower. Watch for more possible pieces from M7 through Webb Motorsports...
H-Sport
The H-Sport tubular bar will be finalized and shipped within two weeks now that the final and complete testing has been passed. H-Sport camber plates are also now in stock and available. These units will be featured in a seperate evaluation thread shortly. They have pros and cons, but are a good product in that they function as advertised to this point under some pretty strenuous track testing.
ECU Developments
Evaluation on the ECU front is as always ongoing, with the AMD unit scheduled to arrive shortly. Powerchip is also making progress with development - the switchable programming nearing production, as well as possible track programming for 100 octane track days. I also will have several serial programming kits here at the shop to loan directly to avoid any backlog. Powerchip now has the programming kits in stock, so there are currently no backlogs. EVOTech is also now coming to market with a new upgrade in the near future. I still haven't heard from GIAC yet on available product, but when that comes available, it too will be tested.
New Head
Headwork, while expensive, is still the last frontier. So far, it doesn't seem there are any monster gains to be had, but the best gains out there will be available soon (larger diameter valves and good porting). WHen used in conjunction with the Schrick cam, some gains are being had. Also now available are the Denso plugs in one colder heat range for pulley equipped cars (not necessary, but available).
Big Bore Kit
Another big labor job, and probably a very small niche (but I have to keep pushing!) product will be tested most likely over the winter - big bore kits using high quality pistons and rods. We are looking at 1.8 and 2.0 kits, with the gearbox being our biggest concern.
Clutch and Lightweight Flywheel
Clutch and flywheel development and evaluation have started and will include the Tilton and Spec set ups. Now we are talking about some serious labor! Expect a 20 page how-to on that one!
New Name
Webb Motorsports will be reintroduced under the new name by having a social gathering here at the shop, and more importantly, some major changes. We are hiring a shipping and receiving dedicated employee, the website is being totally revamped to provide all new product content, as well as a facelift, and a phone line dedicated to orders is being established, as well as the tech line which will still put you through directly to me. Expect to see some more new propaganda as well - shirts and stickers with a new design (COOPERation).
Alliances
As some of you know, the alliances continue. Webb Motorsports has built alliances with most if not all of the MINI suppliers out there to provide you with exactly the right parts. That includes, in no particular order, Alta, MINI-Madness, Mini Mania, Helix Minisports, RSpeed, BMP/PROMINI, Moss Motors, Magnaflow, Borla, UUC, H-Sport, Powerchip Group, Milltek, M7, Cat and Dog, Perfect Power, Cooper Flags and manufacturers that produce some of the Webb Motorsports exclusives. We are continuing to pursue new avenues, including some european and british companies as well. Anyone that has the best stuff - including something that supercedes any of my own designs, will be carried to provide the best products to the community.
Autocrossing and Motorsports
We also are still doing great on the autocross front, with the title now clinched in BMWCCA, and a 2nd in CS and 3rd in BS plus the win at the last event. Next year, a full assault on the Stret Modified SCCA class is planned, along with a move to the top of the heap - A class - for BMWCCA. We are also working on developing a regional SCCA race class for the MINI, details still being explored. That may take the form of a spec class, or a class with specific mods (though not aftermarket manufacturer specific).
The Big News
And the biggest news, and why I have been conspicuosly absent as of late - my wife and I had our baby girl last week! Caitlin was born 8/19 at 7:29pm. She was a 9/9 apgar (for those of you who knows what that means) and weighed in at 7lbs 6oz. Mom and baby came home on Friday last week and are both doing fine (other than total sleep deprivation).
Thanks for the continued support during all of these trying legal times, and with the growing pains (thanks to all of you for that too :smile: !). Once all of the name change and website stuff is out of the way, new personnel are on staff, and the removed pressure of waiting for the baby, we can get back to even more work! I look forward to working together with the entire MINI community to make this car the most fun ride you can get.
Watch for the new how-tos and product evals in the next two weeks, as well as the new website launch!
Randy
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UUC Exhaust
The UUC system is here and undergoing evaluation. Looks VERY nice, but there are some differences in this unit and the originally advertised piece from them - it is 2.25" to the cans (and Ys very nicely to go into the two mufflers) then comes out of the cans at 2". Numbers to follow early next week after a few runs on different days have been done. Prelims look promising...
Alta Exhaust
The Alta exhaust system will be tested next week - a single sided (read lightweight), 2.5", dual oval outlet, fully polished stainless system.
Milltek Exhaust
The Milltek exhaust (not the header, the cat-back) has been on the car and tested. The fit and finish can be called, um, adequate. That's the bad news. The good news is that it was 2 horsepower down on the Magnaflow, but 2 ft-lbs of torque up on the Magnaflow. I believe backpressure is the reason. The unit is 2.5" off the cat, then splits at the back (it IS a two sided system) into a 1 3/4" (!) pipe to and from the very small mufflers. For comparison, another set of runs were done comparing the Magnaflow to the stock system. On a car with most of the available mods done, the system made 9 horsepower and 5 lb-ft over stock. The Milltek made 7 hp, but 7 lb-ft of torque as well.
Alta Intake
The Alta intakes finally have hoses here - red and blue.
Intercooler Development
New intercoolers are being made as I write...
Brake Systems
A new brake system is nearing the end of its development - look for some prelim pics and data soon.
Nitrous Oxide
A radical NO2 system with full control will be tested here on track and autocross within the next month. Another similar system may be available from another manufacturer as well which would also be tested. I won't be doing "hit the button" systems, but rather throttle position or as needed systems with full control and protection. LOTS of development and testing will be done before these are available for the general market.
Aquamist Water Injection
Testing on the Aquamist water injection system is being done for a pulley equipped car.
Cowl Scoops
The cowl scoops to direct air for positive pressure in the rear bonnet space for the air intakes will also be ready very soon. Those, along with a new header system, are being manufactured here in the US.
Plasma Booster
The M7 plasma booster is on the car and will be dyno'ed Tuesday. The unit is very easy to install and looks pretty trick. I honestly don't feel anything yet, but the dyno may say differently. From the numbers I've ssen so far, it would make sense that I don't feel anything anyway - it's tough to feel 1-2 horsepower. Watch for more possible pieces from M7 through Webb Motorsports...
H-Sport
The H-Sport tubular bar will be finalized and shipped within two weeks now that the final and complete testing has been passed. H-Sport camber plates are also now in stock and available. These units will be featured in a seperate evaluation thread shortly. They have pros and cons, but are a good product in that they function as advertised to this point under some pretty strenuous track testing.
ECU Developments
Evaluation on the ECU front is as always ongoing, with the AMD unit scheduled to arrive shortly. Powerchip is also making progress with development - the switchable programming nearing production, as well as possible track programming for 100 octane track days. I also will have several serial programming kits here at the shop to loan directly to avoid any backlog. Powerchip now has the programming kits in stock, so there are currently no backlogs. EVOTech is also now coming to market with a new upgrade in the near future. I still haven't heard from GIAC yet on available product, but when that comes available, it too will be tested.
New Head
Headwork, while expensive, is still the last frontier. So far, it doesn't seem there are any monster gains to be had, but the best gains out there will be available soon (larger diameter valves and good porting). WHen used in conjunction with the Schrick cam, some gains are being had. Also now available are the Denso plugs in one colder heat range for pulley equipped cars (not necessary, but available).
Big Bore Kit
Another big labor job, and probably a very small niche (but I have to keep pushing!) product will be tested most likely over the winter - big bore kits using high quality pistons and rods. We are looking at 1.8 and 2.0 kits, with the gearbox being our biggest concern.
Clutch and Lightweight Flywheel
Clutch and flywheel development and evaluation have started and will include the Tilton and Spec set ups. Now we are talking about some serious labor! Expect a 20 page how-to on that one!
New Name
Webb Motorsports will be reintroduced under the new name by having a social gathering here at the shop, and more importantly, some major changes. We are hiring a shipping and receiving dedicated employee, the website is being totally revamped to provide all new product content, as well as a facelift, and a phone line dedicated to orders is being established, as well as the tech line which will still put you through directly to me. Expect to see some more new propaganda as well - shirts and stickers with a new design (COOPERation).
Alliances
As some of you know, the alliances continue. Webb Motorsports has built alliances with most if not all of the MINI suppliers out there to provide you with exactly the right parts. That includes, in no particular order, Alta, MINI-Madness, Mini Mania, Helix Minisports, RSpeed, BMP/PROMINI, Moss Motors, Magnaflow, Borla, UUC, H-Sport, Powerchip Group, Milltek, M7, Cat and Dog, Perfect Power, Cooper Flags and manufacturers that produce some of the Webb Motorsports exclusives. We are continuing to pursue new avenues, including some european and british companies as well. Anyone that has the best stuff - including something that supercedes any of my own designs, will be carried to provide the best products to the community.
Autocrossing and Motorsports
We also are still doing great on the autocross front, with the title now clinched in BMWCCA, and a 2nd in CS and 3rd in BS plus the win at the last event. Next year, a full assault on the Stret Modified SCCA class is planned, along with a move to the top of the heap - A class - for BMWCCA. We are also working on developing a regional SCCA race class for the MINI, details still being explored. That may take the form of a spec class, or a class with specific mods (though not aftermarket manufacturer specific).
The Big News
And the biggest news, and why I have been conspicuosly absent as of late - my wife and I had our baby girl last week! Caitlin was born 8/19 at 7:29pm. She was a 9/9 apgar (for those of you who knows what that means) and weighed in at 7lbs 6oz. Mom and baby came home on Friday last week and are both doing fine (other than total sleep deprivation).
Thanks for the continued support during all of these trying legal times, and with the growing pains (thanks to all of you for that too :smile: !). Once all of the name change and website stuff is out of the way, new personnel are on staff, and the removed pressure of waiting for the baby, we can get back to even more work! I look forward to working together with the entire MINI community to make this car the most fun ride you can get.
Watch for the new how-tos and product evals in the next two weeks, as well as the new website launch!
Randy
720-841-1002
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Congratulations on all the big news, Randy! ... and the business developments look great too - can't wait to hear more.
Keep us all posted on the open house stuff too - sounds like a good reason for a west-coast meet!
Keep us all posted on the open house stuff too - sounds like a good reason for a west-coast meet!
sounds like headway to me, congrats, and congrats, and cool, and very cool!
Now, who are these people that you speaketh of?
[Plug] By the way, the Metro-Detroit Pulley Party is December 5th through 7th, 2003 in Waterford, MI. (are you listening, Randy!) e-mail or PM me to sign up or more info.
later,
Ryan
Now, who are these people that you speaketh of?
[Plug] By the way, the Metro-Detroit Pulley Party is December 5th through 7th, 2003 in Waterford, MI. (are you listening, Randy!) e-mail or PM me to sign up or more info.
later,
Ryan
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Randy,
Thanks for the big update. Can't wait for the new products and Webb Motorsports site.
Three cheers for Caitlin and glad she and your family are doing well. The more the merrier.
I'm very interested in your cowl scoops and new header.
What about a short shifter and ignition system upgrade?
Colder spark plugs would be nice.
Aloha, and take care of your family.
Thanks for the big update. Can't wait for the new products and Webb Motorsports site.
Three cheers for Caitlin and glad she and your family are doing well. The more the merrier.
I'm very interested in your cowl scoops and new header.
What about a short shifter and ignition system upgrade?
Colder spark plugs would be nice.
Aloha, and take care of your family.
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Randy I wish you a beautiful healthy family, the way it is now through a big chunk of this interesting century of ours. :smile:
All the possible new things coming out are just making everybody anxious, really anxious, or wait, is it just me??
All the possible new things coming out are just making everybody anxious, really anxious, or wait, is it just me??
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:smile: Congrats on all areas Randy! And we all thought WE were busy?
Chow!
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Chow!
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Randy,
Congradulations! Baby and Mother look Great, and I know you are very proud. Good Job!
It good to have you back, when the dust clears, I'll give you a call for your best advice on ECU's. Remember, mine's not done yet. Mike in N.C.
Congradulations! Baby and Mother look Great, and I know you are very proud. Good Job!
It good to have you back, when the dust clears, I'll give you a call for your best advice on ECU's. Remember, mine's not done yet. Mike in N.C.
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Congrats on the healthy new baby Girl!! Healthy is good! Being cute is a bonus!
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Hows the sound of the milltek exhaust as compared to others? Looks like this exhuast is promising.
Yes the Milltek seems very promising except it seems to fail the appearance requirement. Here's to hoping the Alta and UUC show similar power gains.Ideally for the $ of the exhausts out there, if I spend that kind of money I'd like to improve the power (particularly torque), sound and appearance. Right now to me, the Borla is the only one that fits the bill. It gives some power, sounds better and has beautiful tips compared to stock. If I can get that but with a bit more power with one of the new ones, I think I'll be sold. The Milltek tips look to be a huge step down in appearance from the stock ones even. But 7lbs of torque is sweet and if it sounds good and doesn't drone...who knows...
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"Big Bore Kit
Another big labor job, and probably a very small niche (but I have to keep pushing!) product will be tested most likely over the winter - big bore kits using high quality pistons and rods. We are looking at 1.8 and 2.0 kits, with the gearbox being our biggest concern."
I looked into this and ruled it out...you can only increase the bore by about .040" before the cylinder walls get too thin between bores (at least for my taste); that means you need a .625" stroke increase to get to 2.0 liter, probably too much for a weld and grind on the crank. And you would be spending some major $$$. Too bad, as that is usually the best way to get results.
Another big labor job, and probably a very small niche (but I have to keep pushing!) product will be tested most likely over the winter - big bore kits using high quality pistons and rods. We are looking at 1.8 and 2.0 kits, with the gearbox being our biggest concern."
I looked into this and ruled it out...you can only increase the bore by about .040" before the cylinder walls get too thin between bores (at least for my taste); that means you need a .625" stroke increase to get to 2.0 liter, probably too much for a weld and grind on the crank. And you would be spending some major $$$. Too bad, as that is usually the best way to get results.
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I'll be looking forward to seeing those cowl scoops. I was thinking the other day that such a thing might be an easy way to get some more air to the intake. . .
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Congrats to your family on your new baby girl!
Your new products sound exciting as well.
Which team are you helping in Grand-Am Cup, is it the Sterling folks?
It's also good to hear that the legal issues are pretty much behind you so you can now focus on your products.
Thanks for the update.
Your new products sound exciting as well.
Which team are you helping in Grand-Am Cup, is it the Sterling folks?
It's also good to hear that the legal issues are pretty much behind you so you can now focus on your products.
Thanks for the update.
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From: coral springs, forida
Felicidades Randy y Familia.
Caitlin looks beautifull and she got the looks from your wife. Nice to see that you are back and trying to make the best for all of us in the mini comunity.
Congratulations on you newest enterprizes
Carlos
Coral Springs Florida
Caitlin looks beautifull and she got the looks from your wife. Nice to see that you are back and trying to make the best for all of us in the mini comunity.
Congratulations on you newest enterprizes
Carlos
Coral Springs Florida
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if only i lived in the US.....
.....the oppotunities would be endless. i could modify my car without worrying about insurance problems, i could modify my car with out worrying about cowboys f****ng up my car, i could modify it easier with all of the options availiable etc etc.
i rang up my insurance company to ask them how much (if at all) my premium would rise if i added a magnaflow. after listerning to hold music for 34 mins i was told it would go up £120 because the look of the car would change. not due to performance as i had told them there wouldn't be a improvement in performance. i was trying to get them to explain when i was cut off half way through a sentance. i give up. i have had enough of not good enough and want to move. watch out i am coming over..... tbc......
.....the oppotunities would be endless. i could modify my car without worrying about insurance problems, i could modify my car with out worrying about cowboys f****ng up my car, i could modify it easier with all of the options availiable etc etc.
i rang up my insurance company to ask them how much (if at all) my premium would rise if i added a magnaflow. after listerning to hold music for 34 mins i was told it would go up £120 because the look of the car would change. not due to performance as i had told them there wouldn't be a improvement in performance. i was trying to get them to explain when i was cut off half way through a sentance. i give up. i have had enough of not good enough and want to move. watch out i am coming over..... tbc......