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So I have these from a purchase for my 2009 mini and I only used them 1 time and then boxed them up, reason being I had a bad wiring harness and the mechanic took them out and I just never installed them again. If anyone would like them please let me know and they will be yours (no charge) honestly I would just like to see them be used, they are a really good set. I uploaded photos.

Thank you very much and I am definitely finding that out and getting adjusted slowly lol but getting more comfortable with her more everyday.

Thank you Corey I really appreciate it can't wait to go on a run and put her through her paces.

Thank you very much Lori I will say it was hard saying goodbye to LIL chili because I had done so much to that car but it was time and I really love all the cool stuff in this mini. Can't wait to see you all on the next event. I hope you and your family have a very happy Thanksgiving

Just got a new mini today 2023 Cooper s haven't figured out a name yet.

Really sound effect but it depends on if the BOV recirculates or releases into the atmosphere. So there can be benefits depending on the unit you choose.

Other than what you commented on I really don't believe it will and it's why I have not gone to it either.

I have not added a cold air intake myself but I do know some that have and while it's not going to boost HP all that much it will though give you added turbo sound and you will get a more pronounced swoosh from the blow off valve. I have added a K&N filter but I went with the drop in and I do like it. Is it worth $350.00 to do? That really will depend on you really and if it is worth it to you to see if you get any performance from it.

I am going to have to skip this one I hate to say, Just had a bunch of work done again, AC compressor, friction wheel, drive belt and tensioner which finally got rid of the horrible noise but I figure better to wait a bit and see how she behaves before doing any spirited driving. Have a safe run everyone.

Something like that would be done at Mini or maybe Gt peace could do it? But it is the only way to avoid that pesky bulb out error when you switch to LED lights. And it is not cheap

You could always look into replacing the entire headlight assembly with LED they do have ones that are DOT certified but unless you get them coded to the computer you will get that warning. Truth be told for me I just kept the halogen's it really just wasn't worth all the headaches, I barely drive the mini when it's dark outside lol

I would be careful about getting HID lights as for 1 they probably will fail inspection unless they are DOT certified. Also they will cause a lot more heat which will play havoc on your wiring harness for your headlights, I had that issue when I used LED'S. Just something to think about.

Adding the K&N air filter is a good start as I have one in my R 56 it does help the engine to breath a bit better. I agree with Cory on the tunning - re- mapping, if this is going to be your daily driver you may want to stay away from all that but if you want to have a mini that you take to the track or weekend back road runs, it may be a good investment then but I would have a good knowledgeable mini mechanic go over the engine, perhaps a leak down test to be sure mechanically the engine will be able to handle that extra HP no matter what stage tune you decide to do.

Finally got the oil catch can installed and I am hoping that my engine will appreciate it.

So it did turn out to be the high pressure fuel pump. Got everything taken care of and she is running great now. Still have to do a carbon cleaning on the valves but that will be next after my wallet recovers from this last one lol. Look forward to the next run. Thank you for all your advice