R56 ra2fanatic's R56S build
#826
Alignment performed yesterday and having taken the MINI out on a drive to work this morning, I must say that the Giomic bits have reduced body roll. I honestly feel like I'm more flat going into corners as my center of gravity has been brought down with the roll center adjusters and the tie rod ends should give me that bit more of an advantage at the track now.
It can be a tough pill to swallow at $1100 installed, but for me, worth it since the last thing left on the MINI at this point is engine rebuild. So far, I'm a believer.
It can be a tough pill to swallow at $1100 installed, but for me, worth it since the last thing left on the MINI at this point is engine rebuild. So far, I'm a believer.
#827
Alignment performed yesterday and having taken the MINI out on a drive to work this morning, I must say that the Giomic bits have reduced body roll. I honestly feel like I'm more flat going into corners as my center of gravity has been brought down with the roll center adjusters and the tie rod ends should give me that bit more of an advantage at the track now.
It can be a tough pill to swallow at $1100 installed, but for me, worth it since the last thing left on the MINI at this point is engine rebuild. So far, I'm a believer.
It can be a tough pill to swallow at $1100 installed, but for me, worth it since the last thing left on the MINI at this point is engine rebuild. So far, I'm a believer.
$1100 isn't bad at all for a noticeable improvement. The beauty of the mini is that the cost of improvement is a lot more reasonable than with some of the high end brands. As with any modding project the first time you cut a corner you have cheapened the build to that lowest common denominator. Keep up the good work .
#828
Hay if you really enjoy tracking your Mini and decreasing body roll its not so bad, now if you can improve you lap times that's even better! Now what's this about an engine rebuild? You're engine can't be that bad off, how many miles you got? Can't be more than mine at 59K
$1100 isn't bad at all for a noticeable improvement. The beauty of the mini is that the cost of improvement is a lot more reasonable than with some of the high end brands. As with any modding project the first time you cut a corner you have cheapened the build to that lowest common denominator. Keep up the good work .
#830
I'm guessing I'll eventually get to ordering parts and such later this year, but I haven't bothered to pile up parts yet since I just don't have the time and when I do, I do things that I can do that don't take up a whole day. I spend enough time at work that I need to show my face to the wife and such.
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Wheel barrels are in the garage now, so our cat doesn't keep going in and out of it.
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background: I've noticed my max boost pressure is a bit lower than before (yay logging) and my ecu has also thrown me into limp mode a few times (no boost) only happens on hard pulls at WOT (like highway entrance ramps). when I dug into the special bmw codes it complains about the mass air flow sensor (which i think could be A. sensor the way out B. too much air escaping when venting to atmo C. boost leak D. something else)
so just curious what you're seeing
#841
So I'm curious what you're seeing that makes you think you have a leak, lately I've been thinking I've got a leak as well but haven't had time to build a rig to pressure test it.
background: I've noticed my max boost pressure is a bit lower than before (yay logging) and my ecu has also thrown me into limp mode a few times (no boost) only happens on hard pulls at WOT (like highway entrance ramps). when I dug into the special bmw codes it complains about the mass air flow sensor (which i think could be A. sensor the way out B. too much air escaping when venting to atmo C. boost leak D. something else)
so just curious what you're seeing
background: I've noticed my max boost pressure is a bit lower than before (yay logging) and my ecu has also thrown me into limp mode a few times (no boost) only happens on hard pulls at WOT (like highway entrance ramps). when I dug into the special bmw codes it complains about the mass air flow sensor (which i think could be A. sensor the way out B. too much air escaping when venting to atmo C. boost leak D. something else)
so just curious what you're seeing
And, I got a code which I think was because I didn't replace my gaskets when I last got my walnut shell blasting, so when I get it done again, which is soon, I'll be sure to replace the gaskets.
#846
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So I'm curious what you're seeing that makes you think you have a leak, lately I've been thinking I've got a leak as well but haven't had time to build a rig to pressure test it.
background: I've noticed my max boost pressure is a bit lower than before (yay logging) and my ecu has also thrown me into limp mode a few times (no boost) only happens on hard pulls at WOT (like highway entrance ramps). when I dug into the special bmw codes it complains about the mass air flow sensor (which i think could be A. sensor the way out B. too much air escaping when venting to atmo C. boost leak D. something else)
so just curious what you're seeing
background: I've noticed my max boost pressure is a bit lower than before (yay logging) and my ecu has also thrown me into limp mode a few times (no boost) only happens on hard pulls at WOT (like highway entrance ramps). when I dug into the special bmw codes it complains about the mass air flow sensor (which i think could be A. sensor the way out B. too much air escaping when venting to atmo C. boost leak D. something else)
so just curious what you're seeing
#848
I have new boost connection for my AiM dash coming in this week along with final cables to connect to new lambda sensor, so more data galore!
#849
Well, long overdue update. I'm pretty happy with what the MINI has become. And here is where I slowly pull away from the curtains. I'll always keep the MINI, but I'll have less of an involved voice with NAM. Not because I'm done with the MINI community, but because I've finally got the new toy and it isn't a MINI. It was without question that I hate the new MINI and there was no way I'd get one.
This morning I had to make a choice, DCT or 6MT...it's a rare choice left, and I've made the jump back to the BMW world..
I'm always going to be here for those that need questions answered or need advice, but it looks like this forum is in good hands with a few of the heavy engine builders in here such as SPRINTCARS and Tigger to name a few.
I'm sure I'll do a few things here and there on here still, and continue to lurk, but don't hesitate to shoot me a pm if you need something. I know these engines pretty well, so if there is a need for a weekend to get under the hood, we could make a party out of it.
Good luck everybody!
This morning I had to make a choice, DCT or 6MT...it's a rare choice left, and I've made the jump back to the BMW world..
I'm always going to be here for those that need questions answered or need advice, but it looks like this forum is in good hands with a few of the heavy engine builders in here such as SPRINTCARS and Tigger to name a few.
I'm sure I'll do a few things here and there on here still, and continue to lurk, but don't hesitate to shoot me a pm if you need something. I know these engines pretty well, so if there is a need for a weekend to get under the hood, we could make a party out of it.
Good luck everybody!
#850
GL with your new ride... I followed your lead and went with Battle/DNA tuning for my 2007 MCS with JCW turbo swap and I went through an entire year of emails back and forth with them questioning my installation because the car would not boost over 14 PSI. I finally went with a Manic tune and BAM... car runs beautifully. Oh well $ down the drain.
Well, long overdue update. I'm pretty happy with what the MINI has become. And here is where I slowly pull away from the curtains. I'll always keep the MINI, but I'll have less of an involved voice with NAM. Not because I'm done with the MINI community, but because I've finally got the new toy and it isn't a MINI. It was without question that I hate the new MINI and there was no way I'd get one.
This morning I had to make a choice, DCT or 6MT...it's a rare choice left, and I've made the jump back to the BMW world..
I'm always going to be here for those that need questions answered or need advice, but it looks like this forum is in good hands with a few of the heavy engine builders in here such as SPRINTCARS and Tigger to name a few.
I'm sure I'll do a few things here and there on here still, and continue to lurk, but don't hesitate to shoot me a pm if you need something. I know these engines pretty well, so if there is a need for a weekend to get under the hood, we could make a party out of it.
Good luck everybody!
This morning I had to make a choice, DCT or 6MT...it's a rare choice left, and I've made the jump back to the BMW world..
I'm always going to be here for those that need questions answered or need advice, but it looks like this forum is in good hands with a few of the heavy engine builders in here such as SPRINTCARS and Tigger to name a few.
I'm sure I'll do a few things here and there on here still, and continue to lurk, but don't hesitate to shoot me a pm if you need something. I know these engines pretty well, so if there is a need for a weekend to get under the hood, we could make a party out of it.
Good luck everybody!