I know the 1.6L Tritec motor is tough, simple, and dependable. Just curious if any tuners or the like have seen a factory piston, crankshaft, connecting rod, or such fail after extensive engine modifications. Trying to get 240+ HP out of this tiny engine seems insane and asking for failure!!!



Tritec Engine Plant near Campo Largo, Brazil



Tritec Mini Cooper motor


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2004 MCS - PW/B w/Xenons

 

i have seen none due to modding, i have seen from hydrolock and pictures of one from no oil....

 

The short-block of the Cooper S is virtually bulletproof. That's a for us!