R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006) Cooper (R50) and Cooper S (R53) hatchback discussion.

R50/53 Engine differences

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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 08:33 PM
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Engine differences

I was just wondering what the differences were between the s and non s short blocks and if they are interchangable.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 11:23 PM
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Cooper S has: Forged Crank, Oil Squirters, Lower compression pistons, and stronger rods just to name a few.
 
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