What is YOUR next mod??

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Mon Oct 26, 2009 5:07 pm

So have it, let us know what yer gonna do, and why, based on yer research. Interested to see what people like to do with their MINI's. Doesn't have to be a performance mod, maybe just some vinyl... let us know! So we can cheer you on! lol

Minidave · Post by **Minidave** » Mon Oct 26, 2009 5:14 pm

I have an aftermarket rear swaybar to install on the Clubby, and unfortunately I have a feeling I'll be installing the winter tires soon. I'm also due for another oil change this weekend.

Other than that, I tend not to Mod my cars, nothing against it, just not for me, I pretty much like it just the way MINI built it!

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Mon Oct 26, 2009 5:19 pm

Don't get me wrong, I love them as they are... but I'm still young enough and dumb enough to modify a perfectly good car, to try and make better.

You gonna keep that sway bar then?

Counterfit_Mini · Post by **Counterfit_Mini** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 2:01 am

I might put more stickers on mine. LOL I don't do the performance mods..they're too expensive and I don't want to screw anything up.. Thought about lowering the Mini but my xB was lowered and it was just a pain in the butt..

Post by **MiniManiac** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 8:32 am

Sport Mode Auto on
19mm adjustable rear sway bar
Rear lower control arms
Chrome black out
Checkers on the spoiler

That's about it - for now

All of this stuff is waiting for me when I get home. I am not sure when I will actually install it.

Minidave · Post by **Minidave** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 9:28 am

LiLReD1 wrote:You gonna keep that sway bar then?

I'm thinking I will, I may want to install it before we head off to Heartland Park next spring. A good stiff rear roll bar really helps you get traction out of slow corners without having the DCS intervene, and since mine's adjustable, I can soften it up easily for regular street driving. Actually, the softest setting might be fine for the track too....

Punk_Mini · Post by **Punk_Mini** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 4:38 pm

1. Mini-Madness Front tubular lower control arms with spherical bearings(Still need to install)
2. 550cc Injectors, E85 & 91 Mynes Tune (Road trip to Cali in January)
3. Motor swap??????????......... Built MegaMINI T-only Motor

4. Going LOWER
5. Sneed Speed Shop 4-point rollbar with some trick additions
6. MegaMINI Stage3a BVH (if 3 doesn't happen)
7. Mynes Remote Tune (if 3 doesn't happen)

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 4:42 pm

Nice grocery list there Punk! Hey did you ever get my reply to yer PM?

Punk_Mini · Post by **Punk_Mini** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 4:45 pm

Yeah I got side tracked but i just did

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 4:47 pm

Right on. Chat with ya soon!

Counterfit_Mini · Post by **Counterfit_Mini** » Mon Nov 02, 2009 2:07 am

I'm waiting on grill badges from Todds Mods...it's been about two weeks but I have a feeling they're not coming any time soon..

Post by **MiniManiac** » Mon Nov 02, 2009 8:02 am

I just purchased a boost gauge and temp gauge off a guy on NAM. So I have two more things to install

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Mon Nov 02, 2009 8:03 am

MiniManiac wrote:I just purchased a boost gauge and temp gauge off a guy on NAM. So I have two more things to install

Sweet! I'm interested in doing this too! Lemme know how it goes!

Counterfit_Mini · Post by **Counterfit_Mini** » Mon Nov 09, 2009 1:08 am

My Classic Mini can stop now (thanks Tim). LOL My next mod for her is suspension...

Minidave · Post by **Minidave** » Mon Nov 09, 2009 9:35 am

You gonna put in Hi-Lows?

Sorry I wasn't available to help with your brakes.....

Counterfit_Mini · Post by **Counterfit_Mini** » Mon Nov 09, 2009 1:45 pm

Minidave wrote:You gonna put in Hi-Lows?

Sorry I wasn't available to help with your brakes.....

I'm thinking either hi los with springs or coilovers.

Post by **MiniManiac** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 1:17 pm

Counterfit_Mini wrote:
Minidave wrote:You gonna put in Hi-Lows?

Sorry I wasn't available to help with your brakes.....

I'm thinking either hi los with springs or coilovers.

I don't think they make coil overs for the classics. It is either springs or rubber cones. The springs are very $$$ and really wouldn't be worth it. When I installed my hi-los, I just changed out the shocks. My rubber cones were good. You may want to check your cones for serviceability. I really don't think you need springs. Just my .02

ksminiman · Post by **ksminiman** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 1:24 pm

so what youre saying is the classics do not have springs? but instead use a rubber to support the car?

Counterfit_Mini · Post by **Counterfit_Mini** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 1:51 pm

MiniManiac wrote:
Counterfit_Mini wrote:
Minidave wrote:You gonna put in Hi-Lows?

Sorry I wasn't available to help with your brakes.....

I'm thinking either hi los with springs or coilovers.
I don't think they make coil overs for the classics. It is either springs or rubber cones. The springs are very $$$ and really wouldn't be worth it. When I installed my hi-los, I just changed out the shocks. My rubber cones were good. You may want to check your cones for serviceability. I really don't think you need springs. Just my .02

They do make a coilover set for them. A friend of mini in KC has them on his classic. It's pretty nice.

And KSminiman, yes they use a rubber cone instead of a spring as their suspension. Basically there's a trumpet shaped thing (the Hi-Lo) and inside that sits the cone and together it acts as a spring. They did that because they thought it made the ride smoother and I think because it took up less room...

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 3:21 pm

Hey you're welcome for the help. Allison and I enjoyed helping you out work on your classic. Can't wait to get her on the road!

Minidave · Post by **Minidave** » Tue Nov 10, 2009 7:41 pm

ksminiman wrote:so what youre saying is the classics do not have springs? but instead use a rubber to support the car?

Zactly, either that or they had a hydropneumatic system, with the front and rear wheels on the same side of the car coupled, but most had the rubber cones.

Here's a rear one, the Hi-lo (the two nuts on the shaft) is simply an adjustable link between the cone and the suspension arm, allowing you to change the ride height

ksminiman · Post by **ksminiman** » Wed Nov 11, 2009 8:33 pm

pure brilliance! So I have to ask on the topic of next modd. To 15% or to 17% pulley? that is my next question!

ddmini · Post by **ddmini** » Thu Nov 12, 2009 4:04 pm

JCW Tuning Kit, going on tomorrow

LiLReD1 · Post by **LiLReD1** » Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:33 pm

ddmini wrote:JCW Tuning Kit, going on tomorrow

Ooo, another Clubbie with a little JCW attitude.... I can dig it! You gonna be at the run tommorrow?

ddmini · Post by **ddmini** » Fri Nov 13, 2009 6:49 pm

LiLReD1 wrote:
ddmini wrote:JCW Tuning Kit, going on tomorrow
Ooo, another Clubbie with a little JCW attitude.... I can dig it! You gonna be at the run tommorrow?

I just picked it up and I can't wait for the run tomorrow. Driving home in rush hour is not really a good way to get a feel for it.

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