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COOPER S KID · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:24 AM

hi guys i just found this on ebay ! what do you think...........................????

Quote: Originally Posted by eBay

You are bidding on a BRAND NEW supercharger pulley upgrade kit for a Mini Cooper S (02-06)

Kit includes:

- Aluminium Pulley

- Serpentine Belt

By replacing the factory supercharger pulley with a smaller pulley (15% reduction in size) you are increasing the speed at which the supercharger turns therefore increasing the boost pressure. From the factory, the Mini Cooper S runs 10psi (11psi if you have replaced the air filter with a pod filter). After changing to this pulley the pressure will rise to 15psi (16psi if you have changed the air filter).

Beware pulley kits which promise 17psi or even 19psi as these sorts of boost pressure put too much stress on the engine and can cause damage and engine fatality. With such high boost water temperature tends to rise to a dangerous level and the engine overheats.

St00ge · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:36 AM

from what i've heard, don't go near it mate!

MickyD · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:39 AM

I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole.... not when an Alta can easily be had for $190 with the belt.
Not worth the risk to save $80.

n00b · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:46 AM

Want a pulley? Got a proper non el cheapo 15% sitting here

smurfette · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:51 AM

I bought this. Why don't you think its a good idea??

St00ge · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:54 AM

well we all know a few manufacturers that have had their pullies tried and tested with members on both mini2 and NAM, and it's not recognizeable to us. We can pay a little extra and fit something that we know is not a dodgy product, whereas with that blue pulley, we're taking a chance..

smurfette · Jun 16th, 2006, 01:56 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by St00ge

well we all know a few manufacturers that have had their pullies tried and tested with members on both mini2 and NAM, and it's not recognizeable to us. We can pay a little extra and fit something that we know is not a dodgy product, whereas with that blue pulley, we're taking a chance..

Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

COOPER S KID · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette

Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

what sort of air filter did you get ??? photo ???

Mike Clarke · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette

I bought this. Why don't you think its a good idea??

Is there any manufacturers identification with it?
That might help people decide whether or not it is reliable

smurfette · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:12 AM

I can't remember the name. I will try and get some photo's this weekend.

COOPER S KID · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:29 AM

that would be cool !

n00b · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:34 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette

Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

I think I know which one - the fake Alta with some unknown brand filter fitted?

St00ge · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:35 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette

Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

No prob

was it second hand or new?

smurfette · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:36 AM

Brand new from the States.

St00ge · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:38 AM

interesting....i'm not saying ebays dodgy at all, i bought JCW spark plugs off ebay, and they were perfect. I just don't like the look of the blue pulley

COOPER S KID · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:53 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by n00b

I think I know which one - the fake Alta with some unknown brand filter fitted?

haha nOOb they are my air boxes on ebay , the air filters are autotecnica ones (simota)
i didnt think anybody had really seen them !!! did you see any other products on there ?

if i didnt want a 17% or 19% pulley we would be making a deal right now for your 15% ! thanks heaps for that anyway dude !!

n00b · Jun 16th, 2006, 02:58 AM

Josh, PM sent re filter

Yeah I saw the diverter too...and heck, I thought about making the template and send them overseas to get them knocking up a batch (say 50) luckily I didn't do otherwise I'd be doomed

COOPER S KID · Jun 16th, 2006, 04:11 AM

you know what nOOb heaps of guys have had ideas like you and me ! i think i was the lucky one that just went and did it the airbox i rushed into and didnt do much research and development my first customer had some problems , thats all sorted now ! but yeah now i cant stop thinking of things to make for our cars bee sting aerials , rad. overflow bottle , fire extinguisher bracket , spark plug kits........ it just doesnt stop ! if you think of anyhting else or a 1 off i might be able to get it made for just you or whatever just let me know mate i would love to help out !!

swamos · Jun 16th, 2006, 04:40 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette

Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

The problem is the belt that turns the supercharger also turns the waterpump. So, if it breaks the motor overheats in seconds

St00ge · Jun 16th, 2006, 04:42 AM

you know what might be worth getting in josh? Try and talk to Goodyear about importing some Gatorback supercharger/serpentine belts. There's not many aussie dealers that i know of, if any

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:24 AM	#1
COOPER S KID "Dare to be different" Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 135 Offline	found this ....... hi guys i just found this on ebay ! what do you think...........................???? Quote: Originally Posted by eBay You are bidding on a BRAND NEW supercharger pulley upgrade kit for a Mini Cooper S (02-06) Kit includes: - Aluminium Pulley - Serpentine Belt By replacing the factory supercharger pulley with a smaller pulley (15% reduction in size) you are increasing the speed at which the supercharger turns therefore increasing the boost pressure. From the factory, the Mini Cooper S runs 10psi (11psi if you have replaced the air filter with a pod filter). After changing to this pulley the pressure will rise to 15psi (16psi if you have changed the air filter). Beware pulley kits which promise 17psi or even 19psi as these sorts of boost pressure put too much stress on the engine and can cause damage and engine fatality. With such high boost water temperature tends to rise to a dangerous level and the engine overheats. Last edited by Rakey : Jun 16th, 2006 at 08:15 AM. Reason: removing eBay link - secondary advertising for the seller without paying for the privilege

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:36 AM	#2 (permalink)
St00ge 8/10 on the Stoogometer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,835 Offline	from what i've heard, don't go near it mate! Black MCS

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:54 AM	#6 (permalink)
St00ge 8/10 on the Stoogometer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,835 Offline	well we all know a few manufacturers that have had their pullies tried and tested with members on both mini2 and NAM, and it's not recognizeable to us. We can pay a little extra and fit something that we know is not a dodgy product, whereas with that blue pulley, we're taking a chance.. Black MCS

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:35 AM	#13 (permalink)
St00ge 8/10 on the Stoogometer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,835 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good. No prob was it second hand or new? Black MCS

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:38 AM	#15 (permalink)
St00ge 8/10 on the Stoogometer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,835 Offline	interesting....i'm not saying ebays dodgy at all, i bought JCW spark plugs off ebay, and they were perfect. I just don't like the look of the blue pulley Black MCS

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Jun 16th, 2006, 01:39 AM	#3 (permalink)
MickyD MINI2 Master Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:02 AM Posts: 3,628 Offline	I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole.... not when an Alta can easily be had for $190 with the belt. Not worth the risk to save $80.

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:46 AM	#4 (permalink)
n00b Twincharge??? My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,283 Offline	Want a pulley? Got a proper non el cheapo 15% sitting here

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
smurfette MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 172 Offline	I bought this. Why don't you think its a good idea??

Jun 16th, 2006, 01:56 AM	#7 (permalink)
smurfette MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 172 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by St00ge well we all know a few manufacturers that have had their pullies tried and tested with members on both mini2 and NAM, and it's not recognizeable to us. We can pay a little extra and fit something that we know is not a dodgy product, whereas with that blue pulley, we're taking a chance.. Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good.

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM	#8 (permalink)
COOPER S KID "Dare to be different" Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 135 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good. what sort of air filter did you get ??? photo ???

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM	#9 (permalink)
Mike Clarke You are number 6 Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Perth WA Local Time: 05:02 AM Posts: 5,065 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette I bought this. Why don't you think its a good idea?? Is there any manufacturers identification with it? That might help people decide whether or not it is reliable

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:12 AM	#10 (permalink)
smurfette MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 172 Offline	I can't remember the name. I will try and get some photo's this weekend.

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:29 AM	#11 (permalink)
COOPER S KID "Dare to be different" Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 135 Offline	that would be cool !

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:34 AM	#12 (permalink)
n00b Twincharge??? My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,283 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good. I think I know which one - the fake Alta with some unknown brand filter fitted?

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:36 AM	#14 (permalink)
smurfette MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 172 Offline	Brand new from the States.

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:53 AM	#16 (permalink)
COOPER S KID "Dare to be different" Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 135 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by n00b I think I know which one - the fake Alta with some unknown brand filter fitted? haha nOOb they are my air boxes on ebay , the air filters are autotecnica ones (simota) i didnt think anybody had really seen them !!! did you see any other products on there ? if i didnt want a 17% or 19% pulley we would be making a deal right now for your 15% ! thanks heaps for that anyway dude !!

Jun 16th, 2006, 02:58 AM	#17 (permalink)
n00b Twincharge??? My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,283 Offline	Josh, PM sent re filter Yeah I saw the diverter too...and heck, I thought about making the template and send them overseas to get them knocking up a batch (say 50) luckily I didn't do otherwise I'd be doomed

Jun 16th, 2006, 04:11 AM	#18 (permalink)
COOPER S KID "Dare to be different" Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 135 Offline	you know what nOOb heaps of guys have had ideas like you and me ! i think i was the lucky one that just went and did it the airbox i rushed into and didnt do much research and development my first customer had some problems , thats all sorted now ! but yeah now i cant stop thinking of things to make for our cars bee sting aerials , rad. overflow bottle , fire extinguisher bracket , spark plug kits........ it just doesnt stop ! if you think of anyhting else or a 1 off i might be able to get it made for just you or whatever just let me know mate i would love to help out !!

Jun 16th, 2006, 04:40 AM	#19 (permalink)
swamos MINI Traitor Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 4,985 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by smurfette Thanks for your help. Now I don't know whether to try it or not. I bought an air filter of ebay and that has been pretty good. The problem is the belt that turns the supercharger also turns the waterpump. So, if it breaks the motor overheats in seconds

Jun 16th, 2006, 04:42 AM	#20 (permalink)
St00ge 8/10 on the Stoogometer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 06:02 AM Posts: 2,835 Offline	you know what might be worth getting in josh? Try and talk to Goodyear about importing some Gatorback supercharger/serpentine belts. There's not many aussie dealers that i know of, if any Black MCS

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