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kyriian · Jul 26th, 2004, 04:34 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by DaveColorado

I know this is a hard question, but I am ordering a Cooper S and am considering a few options for tuning (S Works or Mini Mania Stage II Kit). I am not concerned about the cost, but after reading the posts on the current Tritec Engine, I am concerned about the following:

(1) The longetivity of the Tritec Engine
(2) The long term effect on the engine from tuning (supercharger pulley, etc)

Any insight would help since my main concern about the Mini Cooper at this point is the current engine. I have heard many Rumors regarding the BMW/Peugot replacement in 2006 or 2007.

Thanks,

Dave-

1)the tritec engine can be bomb-proof...it's suppose to be a very strong engine that can stand up to time if take care of.. but then that's true with almost all engines
2)over time, the more power you put into the engine will cost wear and tear faster... now they are unmesurable, but over time.. i believe that things will happen...

yet in the same time... ppl have run pullies, ecus, stuff alike for years on the track without any ill effect.... the bottom line is still take care of the engine's vital fluids and it will last

mods wise... exhaust and intakes hardly will damage any engine parts... it's almost impossible for these stuff to hurt the engine..

me? i've done some mods to it and so far not a single problem other than a bigger smile than ever b4! im probably gonna switch out this mini for a new one in 4 years when the new peugeot sorced engine comes in...

Jul 26th, 2004, 04:34 AM	#3
kyriian Dating my S Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Toronto, ON Local Time: 05:42 PM Posts: 591 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by DaveColorado I know this is a hard question, but I am ordering a Cooper S and am considering a few options for tuning (S Works or Mini Mania Stage II Kit). I am not concerned about the cost, but after reading the posts on the current Tritec Engine, I am concerned about the following: (1) The longetivity of the Tritec Engine (2) The long term effect on the engine from tuning (supercharger pulley, etc) Any insight would help since my main concern about the Mini Cooper at this point is the current engine. I have heard many Rumors regarding the BMW/Peugot replacement in 2006 or 2007. Thanks, Dave- 1)the tritec engine can be bomb-proof...it's suppose to be a very strong engine that can stand up to time if take care of.. but then that's true with almost all engines 2)over time, the more power you put into the engine will cost wear and tear faster... now they are unmesurable, but over time.. i believe that things will happen... yet in the same time... ppl have run pullies, ecus, stuff alike for years on the track without any ill effect.... the bottom line is still take care of the engine's vital fluids and it will last mods wise... exhaust and intakes hardly will damage any engine parts... it's almost impossible for these stuff to hurt the engine.. me? i've done some mods to it and so far not a single problem other than a bigger smile than ever b4! im probably gonna switch out this mini for a new one in 4 years when the new peugeot sorced engine comes in... 03 Dark Silver MCS w/ White roof