Wild Thing
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that brake fluid is the big problem lol, how its not marketed as paint stripper I will never know
R56 Factory John Cooper Works
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Haven't updated this in ages with the main focus on the R53. Not a great deal happening yet. Milestone of 85k miles just before it was taken off the road for the winter.
Managed to grab a set of new genuine Mini alcantara gaiters (excuse the dirty rubber mat
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Then after much looking and debating I finally pulled the trigger and got a JCW Carbon spoiler
Last but not least fitted a GFB DV+. This is an uprated diverter valve, much better than OEM.
While the air intake pipe was off thought it would be a good idea to inspect the turbo. Looking any excuse to go a hybrid turbo, unfortunately (or fortunately) the turbo was in great condition with no move in the shaft
Managed to grab a set of new genuine Mini alcantara gaiters (excuse the dirty rubber mat
)Then after much looking and debating I finally pulled the trigger and got a JCW Carbon spoiler
Last but not least fitted a GFB DV+. This is an uprated diverter valve, much better than OEM.
While the air intake pipe was off thought it would be a good idea to inspect the turbo. Looking any excuse to go a hybrid turbo, unfortunately (or fortunately) the turbo was in great condition with no move in the shaft
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Hi Lauren the car looks great, although not sure about the new spoiler.......must be an age thing.Haven't updated this in ages with the main focus on the R53. Not a great deal happening yet. Milestone of 85k miles just before it was taken off the road for the winter.
Managed to grab a set of new genuine Mini alcantara gaiters (excuse the dirty rubber mat
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Then after much looking and debating I finally pulled the trigger and got a JCW Carbon spoiler
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Last but not least fitted a GFB DV+. This is an uprated diverter valve, much better than OEM.
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While the air intake pipe was off thought it would be a good idea to inspect the turbo. Looking any excuse to go a hybrid turbo, unfortunately (or fortunately) the turbo was in great condition with no move in the shaft
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^^^^ I agree dave kids!,
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Great to be young,..........................Yeah I know what you mean about the spoiler. I was in two minds about fitting it, but when I got it on I liked it. Still have the original spoiler if I change my mind
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Decided I needed the GP Diffuser fitted to balance the back of the car up after fitting the spoiler. Picked it up from Prentice's on Saturday and fitted it this morning. Fairly straight forward job which I think makes a big difference to the look of the car.
I pretty much have the outside of the car the way I want it. Just needs a wheel refurb now with a set of Yoko AD08Rs
I pretty much have the outside of the car the way I want it. Just needs a wheel refurb now with a set of Yoko AD08Rs
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There is a hoop green mini reflection spoiling that picture
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Not my fault you have it parked in prime view
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Looks great Lauren, the diffuser does balance the spoiler out.
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Thanks David. Yeah I am much happier now with the look of the car, looks more in proportion IMO
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I wish I had got a carbon diffuser on mine.
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Ohh that sounds like it would have been expensive!!
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Everything is expensive on the options list,...............
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Looks great
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So a little update. Been driving it pretty much all summer due to the good weather and have to say have really enjoyed it. At the start of the summer I decided I was fed up resetting the EML light due to the sports cat so sent it down to get it mapped out. While it was there I decided it was rude not to do it properly so a custom remap followed with the the pops and bangs added in sport mode. It honestly feels like a new car and the added low down torque has transformed it. Stopped in a lay-by passing Spelga for a photo on the way home
One thing the R56 has always been let down on is the lack of any sort of temperature gauge. An Ultragauge was ordered and fitted so at least I can keep an eye on things.
Last on the list was the Genuine JCW Carbon Fibre mirrors. I had been after a set for some time but any that come up were in poor condition. Managed to come across a set in immaculate condition so they were promptly fitted today
Only have another month before it gets taken off the road for winter at end of October so will just enjoy driving it for now then next Spring will get the wheels refurbed and new Yoko AD08R put on.
One thing the R56 has always been let down on is the lack of any sort of temperature gauge. An Ultragauge was ordered and fitted so at least I can keep an eye on things.
Last on the list was the Genuine JCW Carbon Fibre mirrors. I had been after a set for some time but any that come up were in poor condition. Managed to come across a set in immaculate condition so they were promptly fitted today
Only have another month before it gets taken off the road for winter at end of October so will just enjoy driving it for now then next Spring will get the wheels refurbed and new Yoko AD08R put on.
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fair play to you Lauren without a doubt one of the most sorted and maintained R56 FJCW about #proud-dad. Enjoy
Herbert Austin
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Looks great Lauren
Big Pimp
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What a stunning machine.
You keep it immaculate and the right mods have been chosen and make such a lovely difference
You keep it immaculate and the right mods have been chosen and make such a lovely difference
andy9eleven
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This looks excellent, loads of nice touches. I’ve always fancied one but think I’ve missed that window in life!
What’s the craic with all the Minis round your house?
What’s the craic with all the Minis round your house?
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That would be the family collection
andy9eleven
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It looks like a bit of a family addiction. I’m going to order one of those ultra gauge things - saw a pic of one on, I think is it Hutchys track Mini on Instagram but had forgotten about it until now.
