does anyone know where I might find a dinan kit for my 05mcs and who might do the install? is there any of this to be found in charlotte?

 

Check out the Dinan Upgrades Thread. This is a fairly active discussion of Dinan's modification for the R53 MINI. Basically though, you can call Dinan and they'll be able to tell you where the closest authorized installers are. You probably will prefer a MINI dealership, but Dinan also works with private shops, but mostly for their BMW modifications.

 

still driving my M3 till my mini crosses the pond. my bmw dealer is an installer. pretty much everything you need is here: http://www.dinancars.com/Mini.asp?Se...is=40&Model=91

 

thank for the info! now I just have to save my pennies

 

You may want to consider some alternatives. Are you looking for a reliable power adder, or are you more concerned with warranty? Typically, I have set up MINI's where the power and torque are greater than JCW or Dinan, and you still have $'s left for suspension or brake upgrades.
--Dan

 

Qudos to Dan at Grassroot! He can fix you up and leave you money to by BBQ in Lexington on the way home!

 

thanks folks
the money saving would be nice but the warranty is a concern at the moment (I still have about 15K to go before my extended warranty gives out). but, maybe a visit to your garage would be in order.

 

With only 15k left, I would not be too concerned. Most of these parts would not affect most of the common failure items. I am always available to talk about your options if you would like to call me, or if you wanted to take a ride up this way, Luke would probably want to join you for the BBQ.
--Dan

 

thanks dan
I may give you a call (my name is jose, by the way and I have an 05 cooper s that I am thinking that I might do a "stage 1" or two upgrade to in the future).