What did you do to your mini today?
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khnitz (02-28-2023)
swapped out the cigarette lighter for 3 USB ports for charging, with a bonus voltmeter....
all you need to do is un-pin the cigarette lighter factory harness and plug wires into this, you do need to enlarge the hole a little bit, nothing a Dremel can't solve.
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Hey @Oldboy Speedwell what radiator did you go with?
I've never owned a water cooled so I have no experience but I was/am looking to replace/update my original '04 factory one in my R53.
I think you had mentioned somewhere about the aluminum Canadian OEM version and may consider it. Any reason you might recommend that one?
I admit they're a bit outside of my budget but if you have any lower cost options or opinions regarding this or other radiators - I would really like some advice.
Thanks!
I've never owned a water cooled so I have no experience but I was/am looking to replace/update my original '04 factory one in my R53.
I think you had mentioned somewhere about the aluminum Canadian OEM version and may consider it. Any reason you might recommend that one?
I admit they're a bit outside of my budget but if you have any lower cost options or opinions regarding this or other radiators - I would really like some advice.
Thanks!
I have since reverted back to a stock cap even though it is a crappy design.
Went with Nissens for the replacement but recent install so don't have any longterm experience/opinion.
The OE Canadian spec is pretty cool but very expensive and I had problems with intergalactic backorder, so can't offer any advice there either except to point to a few posts in the NAM archive where people praise it.
I had seriously considered one of the fancy all aluminum rads but again I was put off from reading the archives where numerous people experienced leaks, cracks, and/or ill fitment, the Mishimoto has a lifetime warranty so that's a plus, but a big minus would be having to replace it several times because I'd much rather spend my labor time on other areas.
Unfortunately for us, it seems that modern BMW is horrible at designing coolant systems.
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Here2Go (03-02-2023)
Here's a recent video I've made since doing some modifications to the engine and a new clutch and flywheel.
yesterday I put on ss brakelines, bled put all the old fluid and painted the calipers.i also since sold those black rims it had on in the video which were 17s and i ordered lightweight 15s and sportier tires for them.. coilovers come next month
yesterday I put on ss brakelines, bled put all the old fluid and painted the calipers.i also since sold those black rims it had on in the video which were 17s and i ordered lightweight 15s and sportier tires for them.. coilovers come next month
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ECSTuning (03-06-2023)
@Jason Cornelius Hmmm...that looks enticing (the brake lines), but that may be a bit much for me...not sure I'm ready to mess with the brakes myself.
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deepgrey (03-04-2023)
Red brake lines make the car faster!
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My wife took our MINI (Cheeos) to Walmart today. This is what happened when she returned to the parking lot. WTF? See pic below.
Usually, we park Cheeos far away from other cars to avoid damage. So, this space is not even close to the entrance. What possible reason would someone park right next to Cheeos when the lot is mostly empty? It hurts them too - the other car was parked so close that neither it nor Cheeos could fully open the door. There is no benefit to them. Makes no sense.
Is it because MINI Coopers are just too lovely, so everyone wants to be close to them?
Usually, we park Cheeos far away from other cars to avoid damage. So, this space is not even close to the entrance. What possible reason would someone park right next to Cheeos when the lot is mostly empty? It hurts them too - the other car was parked so close that neither it nor Cheeos could fully open the door. There is no benefit to them. Makes no sense.
Is it because MINI Coopers are just too lovely, so everyone wants to be close to them?
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Here2Go (03-06-2023)
My wife took our MINI (Cheeos) to Walmart today. This is what happened when she returned to the parking lot. WTF? See pic below.
Usually, we park Cheeos far away from other cars to avoid damage. So, this space is not even close to the entrance. What possible reason would someone park right next to Cheeos when the lot is mostly empty? It hurts them too - the other car was parked so close that neither it nor Cheeos could fully open the door. There is no benefit to them. Makes no sense.
Usually, we park Cheeos far away from other cars to avoid damage. So, this space is not even close to the entrance. What possible reason would someone park right next to Cheeos when the lot is mostly empty? It hurts them too - the other car was parked so close that neither it nor Cheeos could fully open the door. There is no benefit to them. Makes no sense.
When my wife and I used to go anywhere; I would drop her off at the front door and park the Mini; either way way in the back with no other cars around or in an adjacent lot with no cars.
I'll be damned if I wouldn't go back to my Mini and find some big a$$ truck or a POS parked right next to us surrounded by plenty of vacant spaces available!.
I will never ever ever allow my Mini to be valet. A month after we bought the car brand new (2004), I took my wife to an upscale restaurant for her birthday. The valet brought the Mini around and turned the engine off before getting out.
Naturally I opened the door for my wife, I got in and started the Mini (with my FOB), and drove home. The next day I realized that the valet didn't give us back our valet key. They claimed to no nothing about it's whereabouts. The next day while washing the car low and behold = a door ding
Glad to see you love your Mini as much as we all love ours
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Here2Go (03-09-2023)
Usually, we park Cheeos far away from other cars to avoid damage. So, this space is not even close to the entrance. What possible reason would someone park right next to Cheeos when the lot is mostly empty? It hurts them too - the other car was parked so close that neither it nor Cheeos could fully open the door. There is no benefit to them. Makes no sense.
And I thought I was the only one?!!
When my wife and I used to go anywhere; I would drop her off at the front door and park the Mini; either way way in the back with no other cars around or in an adjacent lot with no cars.
I'll be damned if I wouldn't go back to my Mini and find some big a$$ truck or a POS parked right next to us surrounded by plenty of vacant spaces available!.
I will never ever ever allow my Mini to be valet. A month after we bought the car brand new (2004), I took my wife to an upscale restaurant for her birthday. The valet brought the Mini around and turned the engine off before getting out.
Naturally I opened the door for my wife, I got in and started the Mini (with my FOB), and drove home. The next day I realized that the valet didn't give us back our valet key. They claimed to no nothing about it's whereabouts. The next day while washing the car low and behold = a door ding
When my wife and I used to go anywhere; I would drop her off at the front door and park the Mini; either way way in the back with no other cars around or in an adjacent lot with no cars.
I'll be damned if I wouldn't go back to my Mini and find some big a$$ truck or a POS parked right next to us surrounded by plenty of vacant spaces available!.
I will never ever ever allow my Mini to be valet. A month after we bought the car brand new (2004), I took my wife to an upscale restaurant for her birthday. The valet brought the Mini around and turned the engine off before getting out.
Naturally I opened the door for my wife, I got in and started the Mini (with my FOB), and drove home. The next day I realized that the valet didn't give us back our valet key. They claimed to no nothing about it's whereabouts. The next day while washing the car low and behold = a door ding
My Mini dealership actually has valet service, where someone will drive the car up to the building for you. Once, I saw the person confused (couldn't find it) at first, then he got into it and after a few seconds gestured me over. Apparently, he didn't know how to drive manual. I was just as happy to drive the car from the parking spot...
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Here2Go (03-13-2023)
Today on what did I do…Put her in service mode, changed crankshaft position sensor o-ring, dropped oil and the oil pan, new Fel-Pro oil pan gasket, fresh LiquiMoly 5w-30 and OEM filter. While I was in there pulled the tow setup, need a lower grill now. New plugs and fuel filter on the way, then all maintenance, minus supercharger service, should be done.
Today on what did I do…Put her in service mode, changed crankshaft position sensor o-ring, dropped oil and the oil pan, new Fel-Pro oil pan gasket, fresh LiquiMoly 5w-30 and OEM filter. While I was in there pulled the tow setup, need a lower grill now. New plugs and fuel filter on the way, then all maintenance, minus supercharger service, should be done.
She is running great. She might be 18 years old, but once she’s warmed up it’s Go Baby, Go! Only 52 days till Mini’s on the Dragon, and she’s well on her way to making her first week long trip with me. I’m taking next weekend off and enjoying sometime with the wife, maybe get her out in the R53 for a drive.
Today I installed H&R Sport springs and 15mm spacers to my '23 S Resolute Edition. I'm very pleased with the result. I expected the ride to be very harsh but it's not too bad at all. Harsher for sure, but very livable.
Install was easy, took me 3 hours by myself taking my time. It helps to have the right tools and a new car with no corrosion, lol
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Install was easy, took me 3 hours by myself taking my time. It helps to have the right tools and a new car with no corrosion, lol
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Having now driven the car with just the fronts replaced, SOOO happy I made the swap. If anyone tells you that the Bilstein B14s ride harsh, ask them to what they are comparing the ride. Compared to the Megan Racing coils, the Bilsteins ride like butter.
Now, I just need to get the rears installed...
Now, I just need to get the rears installed...
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Here2Go (03-13-2023)
Those are nice, we have those in stock right now here in the warehouse for the R53. For the price one of the best you can get. Finish is very nice and i would say near Ohlins level.
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Pulled a set of NGK BKR6EQUP’s and replaced with a set of NGK BKR7EIX’s. Should have already been running 1 step colder plugs because of 15% pulley. Will really get to see how everything feels tomorrow when I actually get to drive her. I have been playing it’s a Florida car no salt, nothing under 30 degrees and driving the RAV4 with its remote start and awd 😁
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khnitz (03-15-2023)
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The B14 kit for the R53 is P/N 47-126916
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/min...oper-47-126916
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/min...oper-47-126916