SXI - Matt
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Registered: 8th Jul 07
Location: Leicestershire Drives: Corsa C SRI
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Yeah I used to run mine on that to mainly as worked there so could always fill up before or after work. TBF though each engine is different so I can believe some of them would be ok on fuel. I hear the turbo ones are a lot better on fuel to
[Edited on 24-01-2013 by SXI - Matt]
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Norcy91
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Looks like the more money I spend, the better the economy is! 
I need to do a proper calculation for my MPG instead of using the on board info.
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Seany
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Registered: 13th Dec 06
Location: Dunfermline, Fife : Drives Astra cdti Sri
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I've still not fitted my grs or pulley. Had them for ages now aswell.
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Norcy91
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Never manage to sell them? They were a bargain as well!
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SXI - Matt
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I wish I'd played with mine a bit more before selling it, fitted a miltec cat back which sounded lovely but jus couldn't justifie the running costs
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Seany
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I put them up for sale every now and then when I get bored of looking at them lol. Will fit them when ive got a bit cash left from the wedding fund.
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Norcy91
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Get it fitted! I can't wait to get my pulley fitted, got a feeling it just won't be enough though 
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SimonTW
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Why not just fit them yourself? I did my pulley in an afternoon. I found it really easy using the proper tools which you can buy, use then sell on for pretty much what you paid.
I found the cam made the best performance improvement to mine.
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Norcy91
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I was going to get my brother to do it because he's a mechanic. But for the sake of £300 I can get the pulley, belt and plugs supplied and fitted within 3 hours. Plus if anything goes wrong when it's being/been fitted, I know I haven't caused the problem.
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Norcy91
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I was going to get my brother to do it because he's a mechanic. But for the sake of £300 I can get the pulley, belt and plugs supplied and fitted within 3 hours. Plus if anything goes wrong when it's being/been fitted, I know I haven't caused the problem.
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Norcy91
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Had the 15% Pulley on for nearly a week now, and what a difference it makes! Recommend anyone to get one if they have a Cooper S! 
Currently in the process of ordering an OBX Stainless Steel 4-2-1 Manifold in a Group Buy on Mini Torque! Starting to get the bug for modifications i think
I really want to get some videos up of my car, but I tried mounting my iPhone and the quality was shocking Picture wise it was fine, but the sound was so crackly!
Will try getting some pictures up shortly, not that theres any cosmetic changes yet
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SXI - Matt
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Does the pulley really make that much difference, quicker accleration??
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marklawton
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Location: Pensby, Wirral Drives:Golf mk4 GTI
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iam thiking about buying a cooper s on a 03 reg next month. any comon problems to look out for?
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Norcy91
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quote:
Originally posted by SXI - Matt
Does the pulley really make that much difference, quicker accleration??
Yeah, pulls a lot harder through the gears, picks up quicker, better torque lower down the rev range. Best £300 you could spend on a Cooper S i'd say
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Norcy91
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quote:
Originally posted by marklawton
iam thiking about buying a cooper s on a 03 reg next month. any comon problems to look out for?
Not quite sure about the Pre-04 reg. I believe the supercharger and the gearbox are different on the facelifts (post-04). Get yourself signed up on Mini Torque and ask some questions, or just search the site. Be prepared to be set on fire if you mention lowering springs, cone filters or keeping run flats
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Seany
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Bet your loving the noise now 
Im fitting the cooler tomo and waiting a while to fit the pulley as a friend is hiring the tool to do his.
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Norcy91
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quote:
Originally posted by Seany
Bet your loving the noise now
Im fitting the cooler tomo and waiting a while to fit the pulley as a friend is hiring the tool to do his.
Good idea I wouldn't have minded trying to fit it myself with my brothers help, but having to rent the tools, then take the time out to do the work swayed me towards getting it done right first time round
The noise is great as well, should have come like this from the factory! I just want an Intercooler, Newman Cam, Injectors and a Remap and that my engine finished with i think. Should probably think about upgrading the suspension and brakes first
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Norcy91
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Just purchased some new wheels on Mini Torque! Well, they're used, but new to me
Only a set of BBS RX2 17" reps. Need a refurb before they go on my car, but I should make my money back selling my original wheels! Well... they'll only be staying on if i like them!
Still waiting to hear if OBX has their Stainless Manifolds in stock yet, been waiting just over a month now! Also looking at getting a Newman Cam, GRS or GP Intercooler, then go to a 17% Pulley with some bigger injectors and a Remap! Need to get saving big style
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Norcy91
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Cleaned the wheels, got all the sticky pads from the old wheel weights and tar spots off the insides ready for them to be refurbished over the next few nights, i'd attempt it myself but i actually what them to look decent
Ordered some Spigot Rings and some brand new 3D Domed Centre Cap badges!
Quick snap next to my brothers 350z!
I've also got some Apex 30mm Lowering Springs on their way to get rid of some arch gap
Little clip just to see what it sounds like!
View My Video
[Edited on 29-04-2013 by Norcy91]
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