R50/53 recommended supercharger pully upgrade
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recommended supercharger pully upgrade
hi im new here and around minis this is my first one its a 2005 chili red six speed im think of doin the reduction pully but not sure which one to go with any ideas or recommendations i like to high way pulls if that helps?
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Congrats on the MINI - you chose a great vintage (R53), and I'm sure you'll enjoy the hell out of it. 
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too.
As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.
Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too.
As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
Congrats on the MINI - you chose a great vintage (R53), and I'm sure you'll enjoy the hell out of it.
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too. As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.
Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too.
As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
+1 to what he said.
I agree! I have had a15% pulley on my R53 since 2006! Works great and the mileage does not go down until I stomp on the gas!!!! Enjoy!
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Welcome the pulley is by far the best bang for the buck. We have a great WMW pulley package for you.
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Congrats on the MINI - you chose a great vintage (R53), and I'm sure you'll enjoy the hell out of it.
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too. As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.
Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
You'll typically find the reduced pulleys in three sizes: 15%, 17%, or 19% reduction. It's my understanding that the smaller pulleys (19%) cause more heat and can put more stress on the supercharger, therefore potentially shortening its life.
I'm lucky enough to live near a seasoned, experienced independent MINI mechanic. When I was ready to upgrade mine, he recommended the 15%. His reasoning: it gives a good power boost, you can rev to the redline, any additional stress or wear on the SC is negligible.
There are a number of different vendors; I got my kit from Way Motor Works. They offer a package that includes the reduced pulley (you pick the size), a new SC belt, tensioner, and colder spark plugs. WMW is very respected among the MINIacs, so you could probably even ask them what the pros & cons are of each size.
My $0.02: in addition to the pulley, consider getting a cold air intake as well. You'll get a great sound, and your car will breathe better too.
As with the pulley, there are many vendors but I chose DDMWorks and could not be happier.Good luck, and let us know which way you go and how you like the end results.
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