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Old Sep 1, 2011 | 10:45 PM
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Axm's SoCal R53

Hi all,

So I haven't posted much here before, although I read quite often. Really maybe cause I wanted to get my car looking and performing fresh before I can come on the scene with you all.

And sorry if this thread is in the wrong forum. Honestly theirs so many.. please move it if necessary mods, I wont mind.

So here it is! My baby.

2006 MCS R53

Exterior/Interior
5% Tint all around
CravenSpeed Front plate mount
Kyowa Wheels
"MINI" wheel center caps
Kumo Tires
Front bumper Aero kit
Alta Shorty Antenna
"S" Shift **** cover
Xenon Headlights

Performance
MSD ignition coil pack
Kingsbourne Hotwires
Beru Ultra X cold plugs
H&R Coilovers
Alta CAI
Alta 2.5' Catback Exhaust
Alta Oil Catch Can
Alta Intercooler Air Diverter
Alta -15% SC pulley













I've also put together a video montage I worked fairly hard to prepare.
I'm surprised to not see more video's around YouTube prepared in the length and style that I did, so hopefully you all enjoy it and maybe we can get more video's like this in the future! I know ill be preparing more video's as time goes on aswell. So stay tuned to my channel if you want to keep up with my progress.

Here's the video:



http://youtu.be/yCEBAGIG5ZU



Also I do have questions and advise to seek!

What should be my next step for the R53?
I think Ive accomplished all the more basic major mods alot of you seem to have. What can I do next?
I know for sure im going to get it tuned by RMW eventually, but the question for me is when.
I was thinking about the JCW 380cc fuel injectors. Although im not sure I really need them given my current setup.
Im very happy with how things are going so far and am not seeking to improve too drasticly.
My goal is to hopefully hit 210bhp after tune and dyno.
Do you think I can accomplish this with my current mods after the tune? Would the fuel injectors give me more higher/safer tuning possibilities?
Really would like some clarification on this. Im still learning a fair bit on the mechanics of the MCS.

Thanks and much respect.
 
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 02:52 PM
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That's a sharp looking Mini! My recommendation is to get the tune next and sooner than later. You will need at least 380 injectors when you get it tuned. With your mods you will probably get somewhere between 190-200hp. That depends on what kind of shape the motor is in though. some seem to be a bit stronger than others and respond better to tuning. either way you will be very happy with the tune.
 
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 03:16 PM
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Oh snap you are having waaayyyy too much fun! Nice video.

Kind regards,

Charlie
 
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Old Sep 6, 2011 | 12:22 AM
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Originally Posted by miniblucabrio
That's a sharp looking Mini! My recommendation is to get the tune next and sooner than later. You will need at least 380 injectors when you get it tuned. With your mods you will probably get somewhere between 190-200hp. That depends on what kind of shape the motor is in though. some seem to be a bit stronger than others and respond better to tuning. either way you will be very happy with the tune.
Thanks man.
You really think I need them to hit the 200 mark? Anyone done it without doing the injectors? I was hoping to not have to but if anyone here has done it without id really like to know how it was performing. Not too lean hopefully..
 
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