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Baby Kito 10-09-2012 01:57 PM

Update: Just ordered a OCC, and yellow Fog bulbs. Should be here within a week or so and will have pics of the install. Meth kit is still in the works.

kcle730 10-10-2012 10:29 PM


Originally Posted by Baby Kito (Post 3603865)
You're telling me. College sucks right now. If it wasn't for that this puppy would have a few more goodies!

ughhh seriously right?? hahah but i guess thats the fun part, getting the parts one at a time? xD!

Baby Kito 10-11-2012 01:26 AM

I totally agree. Makes it so much more enjoyable!

Baby Kito 10-12-2012 07:16 PM

Catch Can arrived today. Will install in the next few days. Anyone know of some good poly bushings to stiffen up the front end without making the cabin feel like your in WW2?

Baby Kito 10-15-2012 07:57 PM

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Baby Kito 10-17-2012 03:08 PM

Just installed my yellow fogs and OCC. the oil catch can was a tad bit customized, with fittings etc since I kinda did my own thing, but looks and works great. No CEL etc. which I didn't expect one anyways. Yellow fogs aren't to yellow just a nice subtle yellow. Looks good

Airborne Ranger 10-21-2012 09:09 PM

I dig it man.. good job... really contimplating going to Air vs KW's...

Baby Kito 10-22-2012 05:14 AM

Thanks sir. I was looking at Kw's etc but just bit the bullet on air. The price was around the same for all the high end coils so I figured if I could afford it then why not. After Air I don't think I could ever go to coils on my MINI. I just love it to much.

Airborne Ranger 10-22-2012 06:05 AM


Originally Posted by Baby Kito (Post 3612893)
Thanks sir. I was looking at Kw's etc but just bit the bullet on air. The price was around the same for all the high end coils so I figured if I could afford it then why not. After Air I don't think I could ever go to coils on my MINI. I just love it to much.

I currently have air on my '74 Thing and worry that it may be too soft when cornering vs a coilover setup...I've had KW Variant 3's in 2 of my older cars and loved them to death for rideability...I've only ever had air on cars that didnt need to handle well - which is why I would appreciate your opinion on how it corners. thanks for your input.
-Tim

Baby Kito 10-22-2012 07:33 AM

I honestly find my air to corner much better than stock, very responsive. My swaybar is currently unhooked but even like that I feel the suspension can handle more than I'm throwing at it. But if I were you id find somebody with a similar setup to get a feel. Theirs no kits for this car so you'll have to make some modifications.


Here are some photo's for you to enjoy from my weekend at PSU. Always love spending time with my buds Nick and Alex. Awesome time and some awesome shots. I think I may send some to a few companies for shoots, but well see. Enjoy fellas!:thumbup:




http://www.flickr.com/photos/86503373@N04/8107181943/
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Airborne Ranger 10-22-2012 08:23 AM

Awesome shots man- loving the low life :thumbsup: but I feel a little awkward smiling at your pics knowing they're at a cemetery. looks like a happy visit and you guys really enjoyed yourselves- thanks for your 2 cents.. gonna see if there are any PNW minis on air that I can check out. Please PM me what all was involved with the fronts- thanks again
-T

jupiterfish 10-22-2012 09:32 AM

nice ride, like you i had a 2005 s4 avant. then between my commute and gas. i sold it. bought a new clubbie and haven't looked back.

submitaweasel 10-22-2012 10:16 AM

Subscribed. I prefer static but that stance is dope.

Baby Kito 10-22-2012 03:14 PM


Originally Posted by Airborne Ranger (Post 3613011)
Awesome shots man- loving the low life :thumbsup: but I feel a little awkward smiling at your pics knowing they're at a cemetery. looks like a happy visit and you guys really enjoyed yourselves- thanks for your 2 cents.. gonna see if there are any PNW minis on air that I can check out. Please PM me what all was involved with the fronts- thanks again
-T

Hey man it was a dash bit weird I will say, but the sky was amazing!

Static is awesome. Just Air was a unusual thing for MINI's so I had to do it! Please post comments on my build!

kcle730 10-27-2012 02:09 PM

Found u on instagram! Heheh love it man! I saved up almost enuff to get some kw v1s but im still looking into it to see how low can they go :(

submitaweasel 10-27-2012 02:51 PM


Originally Posted by kcle730 (Post 3616400)
Found u on instagram! Heheh love it man! I saved up almost enuff to get some kw v1s but im still looking into it to see how low can they go :(

From what I've heard, VMAXX has the same drop...and they definitely can put you close to the ground.

kcle730 10-27-2012 02:54 PM

really?? i know for sure Vmaxx has a kwazee drop (which i love). I just found these KW V1 at a good price so i wanna see. If indeed that they have the same drop, im super happy! =D

Baby Kito 10-27-2012 09:22 PM

Vmaxx will get you low no doubt. But the KW is a nicer coil IMO. Both are fine choices but if the KWcan go as low as you want then I'd go with it.

I just saw you started following me! Thanks sir, I post usually daily on there.

Update. Car was photographed twice this weekend. Photos will be uploaded as soon as the photographers are finished. Also In contact with some companies regarding a bit more snail outta the car;)

kcle730 10-28-2012 12:07 AM


Originally Posted by Baby Kito (Post 3616569)
Vmaxx will get you low no doubt. But the KW is a nicer coil IMO. Both are fine choices but if the KWcan go as low as you want then I'd go with it.

I just saw you started following me! Thanks sir, I post usually daily on there.

Update. Car was photographed twice this weekend. Photos will be uploaded as soon as the photographers are finished. Also In contact with some companies regarding a bit more snail outta the car;)

Im lookin at either brand new Vmaxx or used KW V1 at the same price. :impatient: i'm still researching!lol

yep! hahah np! lookin' forward to see more of that bad boy xD

legit!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Baby Kito 10-28-2012 09:53 PM

Heres a link to my last shoot with Kielan Prince from StancWorks. Let me know what you guys think!

http://www.stanceworks.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=37486

Clubman S Turbo 10-28-2012 10:08 PM

Lookin real good Kito. Where is that barn? Love the Halloween timed theme.

Baby Kito 10-28-2012 10:14 PM

I went back up to PSU this past weekend for a quick Shoot with a small blog and came across that barn with my bud who shot those photos for fun. So PSU to awnser your question haha.

kcle730 10-28-2012 10:31 PM

super clean! :thumbsup:

Baby Kito 10-29-2012 08:12 AM

Thabks Kcle730!

I'm in contact with a company about a turbo setup close to the end of the year. The Clubman is getting all types of attention!

Baby Kito 11-01-2012 06:10 PM

Large Update

The car is currently in line to get a new snail :)
Franken Turbo is in the process of a new F21M turbo. Has a larger inlet and the F21M will have a significantly larger compressor wheel and turbine rotor. Nothing crazy just alittle extra pep for the the 1.6. Will be performing the tune through Helix with corresponding Dyno's. Ill post up all that after I have it completed. I will also perform a valve/Carbon cleaning during the install to ensure the car is in tip top shape! More performance will be coming up in the months following.


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