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Old Oct 10, 2007 | 09:53 PM
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Here is my car. Just installed M7 springs and replaced my 215/45/17's with 40's:

 
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Old Oct 10, 2007 | 10:04 PM
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most recent pic; Koni coil-overs, around 1.5" lowered...



I think I've said it before, but I'll say it again!

Hot Mini!

Love the stance!
Good Job!
 
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Old Oct 10, 2007 | 10:25 PM
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I scrape on everything. One of these days a fast-food 4" drive thru grade is going to take out my Hamann front splittler. There's just enough ground clearance to slide your food under the front. This drop is only with H-Sport springs, 215/40/17 KDW2's & 17" SSR's.
 

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Old Oct 10, 2007 | 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by coen_de_k


koni coilovers
bingo!
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 01:05 AM
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Specially for you DOPAMINE



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and In action





Coen
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 07:40 AM
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WOW coen thats a perfect stand! love your CAR!
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 08:04 AM
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M7 springs; Hankook RS2 215/40





 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 09:35 AM
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what else is your suspension setup bsides koni coilovers?
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Specially for you DOPAMINE







and In action





Coen
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 09:44 AM
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Specially for you DOPAMINE







and In action





Coen
not only does that Mini look bad *** in silver but the stance is awesome. if i didnt have a black one i would have a silver for sure. great job!!!!!!: thumbsup:

this car wins the prestigous Dopamine Phat Car Award!!!!

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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by MX100
Barely making out of the driveway.




Coen de K: That looks fantastic! Good Job
The best looking R56 ive seen to date. Great choice on Hamann wheels. Very HOT !
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 10:06 AM
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Hers a updated pic of mine. ..
 
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Old Oct 11, 2007 | 10:38 AM
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Hers a updated pic of mine. ..
nice!

hope to see you saturday.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 12:08 PM
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... after a long wait, I got my MINI to be closer to them 18" by H-Sport springs and Koni Yellows... here are some new pics for your viewing pleasure

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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 12:15 PM
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I dig those rims Ca$per.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ca$per
... after a long wait, I got my MINI to be closer to them 18" by H-Sport springs and Koni Yellows... here are some new pics for your viewing pleasure





Looking good Ca$per, glad to see you finally got springs on your ride. What size rubber are you running, seems to be 215/40/18 ? Time to update your sig.

Rims are Axis Decade 18x8.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 01:24 PM
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great looking car m8!! :D

Where are your sidemarkers???

Love the spoiler dude!! LOVE IT
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Jahmills
I dig those rims Ca$per.
It's was hard to choose, but I'm planning to go wider just let me find a new wide bodykit

Originally Posted by Wake|MCS
Looking good Ca$per, glad to see you finally got springs on your ride. What size rubber are you running, seems to be 215/40/18 ? Time to update your sig.

Rims are Axis Decade 18x8.
Still those that you hooked me up with man check the wheel and tire thread for new tire sizing

(went to 225/35/18 from 225/40/18)


Originally Posted by Coen_de_K
great looking car m8!! :D

Where are your sidemarkers???

Love the spoiler dude!! LOVE IT
No side markers required in this town my friend ... just "pure silver"

Man it took me long to decide on this spoiler...it's a hate/love thing... I really can't find one that suits the MINI perfect other than the stock. I'm not saying this is no good, but I like how it looks on the car for now ...until I find something new

What CO are you running Coen?
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 02:11 PM
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Lowered on 18's with Cross Coilovers. I will be going a little lower in the front soon. The front lip makes it hard to go too low.
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 02:43 PM
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Very Nice Mario. How are the Cross's working out for you?
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by MarioKart
Lowered on 18's with Cross Coilovers. I will be going a little lower in the front soon. The front lip makes it hard to go too low.
Mario
Yeah baby. Nice. I'm going for something similar. Please do tell us your experience with the Cross's as I am seriously considering those. Thanks.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ca$per
... after a long wait, I got my MINI to be closer to them 18" by H-Sport springs and Koni Yellows... here are some new pics for your viewing pleasure





Beautimous!
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 03:22 PM
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Lowered perfect, still has a slight foward rake to it,unlike some that the rear end squats,great job!Is it me or what, is the wing mounted backwards?I've never notice one mounted with the angled end pointed rearward.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ca$per
No side markers required in this town my friend ... just "pure silver"

Man it took me long to decide on this spoiler...it's a hate/love thing... I really can't find one that suits the MINI perfect other than the stock. I'm not saying this is no good, but I like how it looks on the car for now ...until I find something new

What CO are you running Coen?
There is no need in my country for having sidemarkers but I love them and
next month smoked ones are coming

about the spoiler.... gimme a pb if you want to sell the spoiler

I am running Koni's and lowered it about 6cm's The ride is more comfi then standard!!

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cheers

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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by ChrisMCS04
Very Nice Mario. How are the Cross's working out for you?
The Cross Coilovers handle insane. The car handles like a cartoon! The ride is a little rough for me becaue its my daily driver for the track it would be perfect. I have the compettion springs but today I just installed the "street" coils. This should make it more of a daily driver but still good for the track.
I love how you can lower the car to the ground and still have full travel. They aren't cheap but they do come with front camber plates so in a way they are cheaper than Bils and many other coilover stystems.
They have adjustment from 0 to 15 (15 being the hardest) I have them on 3 in front and 4 in the rear.
Here are the spring rates

Comp coils
400lbs front
337lbs rear

Street coils
337 lbs front
225 lbs rear
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 04:11 PM
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stiffer springs in the front.. hmm. On the brightside the extra camber you can get upfront will give you less understeer with those spring rates haha
 
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