Hello Mini Experts,

I need help finding the parts for a job I need to do. I have a 2008 Mini Cooper R56 (Base Hatchback, SOHC engine)

JOB: Replace rear suspension/struts and maybe rear tie rods as well.
PARTS: what parts do I need for these jobs?

Any help with part numbers or links to websites are extremely appreciated.

Thank you.

 

Try ECS tuning or FCP Euro

 

Hello,

I can help.

I would do the powerflex bushings, do it once and never worry again. Here are all the bushings, black series is for race, most people just use "performnace" versions/ they are currently on sale with 10% off.

https://www.ecstuning.com/News/MINI_...9_S_JCW_23542/

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...int-knock.html

DIY> https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-cooper-s.html


Front and Rear shocks: Most people either go with Bilstein or Koni, for just normal use the B4 Bilstein shock are good.

https://www.ecstuning.com/Mini-2008-...ension/Shocks/

 

Just re-did my stuff all away around ! Was about 2000ish

All new

Koni sports
Eibach spring
Oem front mounts
Oem upper spring plate
Oem rear dust cover
Oem guide support rear
Oem spring plate
Oem spring guides

Power flex black/series
Rear shock tops
Performance Polyurethane Bump Stop Set
Sway bar link bushing
Rear trailing arm bushing

 

You will hear people talking about the struts being shot around 50,000 miles. What, many will say, I have 75,000 on mine and they still work good? Well actually they don't, they just think they do. I had 55,000 on mine, there was no rebound and I could just about push the piston rod down by blowing on it.

 

I really like that picture

 

 

 

Just looking to repair my daily driver. So specific parts would be awesome, as I have a local guy do the work, and I simply buy the parts. I just want to make sure I get what I need.