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Threat · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:09 PM

I've got a '05 MCSC automatic (yeah I know). I'm looking into adding some oomph to my already wonderful car. Further stats are in my profile.

I am looking to get the most bang for my buck.

I've looked at this site, the JCW site and the Dinan site and am a bit confused/overwhelmed by it all.

My main concerns are warranty (I don't want to void it), insurance (I'm in the US), and cost.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on what upgrades I can get, approx costs and benefits.

Thanks

Spotty Dog · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:14 PM

As all non MINI & JC mods can invalidate your warranty, you have very little choice. However, try going to www.johncooper.co.uk and send them a mail. They might have some ideas for you.

Good luck!

MINIAC · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:22 PM

Biggest bang for the buck is putting a reduction (15% is most common) pulley on your supercharger ... about $400 for part and installation.

Going JCW route is expensive but fully warranted. Dinan warranty is only good at authorized Dinan dealers and will not be honored at MINI USA level. Aftermarket is cheapest route but if something fails and can be traced back to aftermarket part, it will not be fixed under warranty.

MrV · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:26 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Threat

I've got a '05 MCSC automatic (yeah I know). I'm looking into adding some oomph to my already wonderful car. Further stats are in my profile.

I am looking to get the most bang for my buck.

I've looked at this site, the JCW site and the Dinan site and am a bit confused/overwhelmed by it all.

My main concerns are warranty (I don't want to void it), insurance (I'm in the US), and cost.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on what upgrades I can get, approx costs and benefits.

Thanks

Before you do any mods that are not JCW (which obviously keep your warranty intact) you should get on a board and ask the members in your area what they have done and if they have had any problems with the warranty at their neighborhood MINI dealership.

Here in DFW, my Service advisory told me straight out that he wouldn't invalidate a warranty for ANY CAI. When I had them install mine, he even asked which one they were installing for me (I went JCW).

Try this site, join the forums, and ask around. Then go to a meeting and do some group motoring.

http://www.chicagominiclub.com/

-- Jay

Spotty Dog · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:26 PM

Good post MINIAC, if you do mail JCW be prepared for a wait. I usually get a reply in about 4 working days, and that's quick! (I do live a couple of miles from the original garage, and it's quicker to just pop in!!!)

Threat · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:27 PM

thanks for the posts. What will a new pulley do for me hp or acceleration wise.

Also what about a chip or a remap?.

I don't care about new sound, badging or any of that.

MINIAC · Oct 20th, 2005, 08:44 PM

According to Randy Webb, who has done more pulley installs than anyone:

16 horsepower and 11 ft/lbs torque

Randy on performance mods:

http://store.webbmotorsports.com/ind...401b9e6caa7f5c

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:09 PM	#1
Threat Vrooooooom Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NW Suburbs Chicago Local Time: 03:22 PM Posts: 82 Offline	New to upgrades - Looking for info I've got a '05 MCSC automatic (yeah I know). I'm looking into adding some oomph to my already wonderful car. Further stats are in my profile. I am looking to get the most bang for my buck. I've looked at this site, the JCW site and the Dinan site and am a bit confused/overwhelmed by it all. My main concerns are warranty (I don't want to void it), insurance (I'm in the US), and cost. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what upgrades I can get, approx costs and benefits. Thanks

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Oct 20th, 2005, 08:14 PM	#2 (permalink)
Spotty Dog MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Worthing, Sussex. Local Time: 09:22 PM Posts: 1,454 Offline	As all non MINI & JC mods can invalidate your warranty, you have very little choice. However, try going to www.johncooper.co.uk and send them a mail. They might have some ideas for you. Good luck!

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 01:22 PM Posts: 8,618 Online	Biggest bang for the buck is putting a reduction (15% is most common) pulley on your supercharger ... about $400 for part and installation. Going JCW route is expensive but fully warranted. Dinan warranty is only good at authorized Dinan dealers and will not be honored at MINI USA level. Aftermarket is cheapest route but if something fails and can be traced back to aftermarket part, it will not be fixed under warranty.

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:26 PM	#4 (permalink)
MrV MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Denton, TX Local Time: 04:22 PM Posts: 140 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Threat I've got a '05 MCSC automatic (yeah I know). I'm looking into adding some oomph to my already wonderful car. Further stats are in my profile. I am looking to get the most bang for my buck. I've looked at this site, the JCW site and the Dinan site and am a bit confused/overwhelmed by it all. My main concerns are warranty (I don't want to void it), insurance (I'm in the US), and cost. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what upgrades I can get, approx costs and benefits. Thanks Before you do any mods that are not JCW (which obviously keep your warranty intact) you should get on a board and ask the members in your area what they have done and if they have had any problems with the warranty at their neighborhood MINI dealership. Here in DFW, my Service advisory told me straight out that he wouldn't invalidate a warranty for ANY CAI. When I had them install mine, he even asked which one they were installing for me (I went JCW). Try this site, join the forums, and ask around. Then go to a meeting and do some group motoring. http://www.chicagominiclub.com/ -- Jay

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:26 PM	#5 (permalink)
Spotty Dog MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Worthing, Sussex. Local Time: 09:22 PM Posts: 1,454 Offline	Good post MINIAC, if you do mail JCW be prepared for a wait. I usually get a reply in about 4 working days, and that's quick! (I do live a couple of miles from the original garage, and it's quicker to just pop in!!!)

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
Threat Vrooooooom Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NW Suburbs Chicago Local Time: 03:22 PM Posts: 82 Offline	thanks for the posts. What will a new pulley do for me hp or acceleration wise. Also what about a chip or a remap?. I don't care about new sound, badging or any of that.

Oct 20th, 2005, 08:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
MINIAC MINI Profiler Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: City By The Bay Local Time: 01:22 PM Posts: 8,618 Online	According to Randy Webb, who has done more pulley installs than anyone: 16 horsepower and 11 ft/lbs torque Randy on performance mods: http://store.webbmotorsports.com/ind...401b9e6caa7f5c

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