I am looking to do my first modification to the engine on my r53 05 Mini Cooper s manual. I will do doing a 15% pulley reduction next but am wondering if anyone has an Alta intake for sale? I don't know much about it but a guy who has taught me about minis said that's what I should do next he has a GP so he can't tell me much on what I need but I know I need an alta intake used if anyone has suggestions or one for sale let me know!

 

Not Alta, but....
there was a group by (might still work) for m7 CAI system for $199. great price on a great product, imho

 

Save up and do a pulley at the same time. There is some labor efficiency, and you'll get a much better performance result.

 

will work for r53 s? Or m7 bmw?

 

It is for R53s. not sure about BMW

 

I'll look into it only only 16 so Im not looking for brand new would prefer used

 

Understood, I have been looking for one for 5 months now the problem is used ones do not come often, and when they do, you still probably going to pay $150+

 

Im just looking to keep it under $200 maybe a little higher if the opportunity presents itself

 

M7 is a brand of performance parts...

 

I have an Alta on my 02. It definitely makes the sc a little louder

 

A little? Mine screams in comparison. I was able to find a used Alta for $60, so they do exist at a good price if you get lucky.

Way has had the DDMworks CAI on sale for a bit now. $200 for a new one. You don't need the intake hose as you'd just reuse the stock one.

http://www.waymotorworks.com/ddm-int...per-s-r53.html

It doesn't do a whole lot for performance, but it is a whole lot more fun to listen to, that's for sure.

 

So realistically, given the three, which one would you choose: Alta vs. m7 vs. DDM

 

Just get the automatic version of the alta system. You don't need the silicone hose anyway.

 

found this useful thread https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...t-r53-cai.html

 

Whichever one you get, I would avoid silicone intake hoses (or intercooler boots, for that matter). Some people might like the look, but fitment and flexibility is a problem leading to leaks.

 

Which one sounds better alta or DDM?

 

Alta:


DDMworks:


They sound the same to me, honestly. What you end up hearing from it is the supercharger, really.

 

Alright I hear it now I found youtube ones and DDM works just sounded different so I was wondering if people had a preference just looking for a little sound before I do exhaust

 

I used a Megan heat shield and a reverse conical k&n sounds awesome cost $120 new. Add a silicone tube for $75 if you want. My intake air temps are 10 degrees over ambient when cruising.

 

can you send me a video of it? I messaged you i want to hear how it sounds because it sounds like a good idea!