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midlife mini · Oct 16th, 2003, 12:41 PM

I am considering adding some "increased entertainment value" to my car in the form of a N2O kit and was wondering does anyone else have one fitted?

If so could you advise how long you've had it fitted, how often it is used, how you have the jetting set and finally how the drive train has coped with it.

Thanks.

Bob's MCS · Oct 16th, 2003, 01:28 PM

Are you using this for on the track racing/dragging or are you using this on the street?

The #1 thing to remember about Nitrous is that with extended use it will have long term negative effects on the engine. Whether or not that bothers you all depends on how long you plan to keep your car or whether or not replacing an engine is a problem for you.

Nitrous can give you an edge in drag racing (not as effective in other types of racing), but that advantage comes with a price. The question is can you afford it?

midlife mini · Oct 16th, 2003, 07:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Bob's MCS

Are you using this for on the track racing/dragging or are you using this on the street?

The #1 thing to remember about Nitrous is that with extended use it will have long term negative effects on the engine. Whether or not that bothers you all depends on how long you plan to keep your car or whether or not replacing an engine is a problem for you.

Nitrous can give you an edge in drag racing (not as effective in other types of racing), but that advantage comes with a price. The question is can you afford it?

It's intended use is street.
Not bothered about long term effect's as I blew my warrantee 2 weeks after I got the car and started to add bits

Fully aware of benefits and drawback and money, hey, no pockets in shrouds are there??

I was looking for feedback from someone that has experience, prefrably on a MCS, of N2O. But thanks for your reply

Kurt, thank's for the ponters and tips and the fact my post had my looking for Nitrogen Dioxide

I was, however, aware NoS is a brand name owned by Holley.

Regards

jlm · Oct 16th, 2003, 07:32 PM

talk to minime s.

DinkaDonka · Oct 16th, 2003, 07:45 PM

Midlife i know you said MCS but i know of a guy who ran a 100shot on his Cooper made by wizards of "nos" , he used the kit approx 4-5 times a week for over 10k miles with no problems unitl he blew some of the internals , cant pin point the problem , sorry so i dont "think" this will be a problem to you!

Cheers
Paul

Electrc109 · Oct 20th, 2003, 01:20 PM

a 100 shot of nitrous will definately scramble the engine internals. I'm thinking of doing a a 50 shot and a 35 shot in a couple more thousand miles.

giantmidget · Oct 20th, 2003, 03:39 PM

If you get the n20, i want to do an article about your car on my web site www.teammini.net if you dont mind.

minimaster · Oct 20th, 2003, 04:16 PM

I would suggest that if you decide to do this, that you look into the ONLY Nitrous system DESIGNED for the MINI.
The M7-Venom Kit.

I've been in their MCS and It's a BLAST.

M7 is sponsoring a 13 second MINI on the east coast... Pushing it to 12 or even 11 seconds.

It's been designed to protect you and your engine. PLUS VENOM has been a leader in Racing Technology like this.

If I had an MCS I'd bolt one of these kits in for sure.

You can usually contact Peter Horvath/M7 via email - m7speed@earthlink.net

GOOD LUCK!

duncanbanana · Oct 20th, 2003, 04:38 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by midlife mini

I am considering adding some "increased entertainment value" to my car in the form of a N2O kit and was wondering does anyone else have one fitted?

If so could you advise how long you've had it fitted, how often it is used, how you have the jetting set and finally how the drive train has coped with it.

Thanks.

You mean your car isnt fun enough now???

midlife mini · Oct 20th, 2003, 04:52 PM

Dunkin, Midlife's Rule Number 4a: There is no such thing as too much fun.

duncanbanana · Oct 20th, 2003, 05:24 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by midlife mini

Dunkin, Midlife's Rule Number 4a: There is no such thing as too much fun.

Very true !!

stu D · Oct 21st, 2003, 06:53 PM

If you buy from Highpower systems in Doncaster, they'll insure your engine for damage caused by Nitrous.....

....but where's the fun in that!!!!

Do it yourself!!!!

minimaster · Oct 21st, 2003, 06:56 PM

Why would anyone consider something not produced and spec'd to the MINI?

stryder · Oct 21st, 2003, 08:20 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by minimaster

Why would anyone consider something not produced and spec'd to the MINI?

Because your options are limited. Even you said 'the only choice' What's the point of only having one option?

If you don't care about warranty, there's nothing stopping you from working with another skilled and experienced company to make an upgrade. If its not designed for the MINI doesn't mean it can't be modified for the MINI. Especially important in places where the Tritec engine is in other cars around. Find someone who has tuned one of those, and they can help you with your MINI and you may have a better system for less.

Its all about choice. (If you're willing to accept the risk)

minimaster · Oct 21st, 2003, 08:27 PM

I believe MiniMania will be offering the kit.

Yes, but installing another kit, tuning it to spec and testing it, could and/or will cost more than something that's been PROVEN to work.

Risk is the Key Word

Turning the Key is always a risk...

stryder · Oct 21st, 2003, 08:41 PM

The fact that something costs more isn't generally a deal killer for people interesting in tuning their cars. Especially if it has the potential to offer better performance

But yes, it is all about risk.

Electrc109 · Oct 22nd, 2003, 12:18 AM

If it wasn't risky, how could it possibly be all that much fun in the first place?

pzaxis · Oct 22nd, 2003, 12:57 AM

Greetings.....

Yes Nitrous is a blast...no it's unbeliveable giving you so much power for such a small amount
of green ( $ ) the best bang for the buck Etc. With that said there's only one system that will give you peace of mind and power in the same package and that's the M7-Venom nitrous
system, computer controlled preventing running a lean condition and the display will show
rich/lean conditions for total control. Sure there's other good systems out there but none of
them will give the same security and computer control as our system.
The other very cool thing is that we can now offer 410cc injectors that will fit in the standard
injector position with no custom bracket, this will allow you too push more juice have more
horsies on tap with safety to boot.

peter horvath

562-712-3270

Paul · Oct 22nd, 2003, 07:41 AM

Have you guys (M7) considered sponsoring MINI2, you must realise your market is here?

Oct 16th, 2003, 07:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
midlife mini A Rich Womans Plaything Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the beach Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 1,225 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Bob's MCS Are you using this for on the track racing/dragging or are you using this on the street? The #1 thing to remember about Nitrous is that with extended use it will have long term negative effects on the engine. Whether or not that bothers you all depends on how long you plan to keep your car or whether or not replacing an engine is a problem for you. Nitrous can give you an edge in drag racing (not as effective in other types of racing), but that advantage comes with a price. The question is can you afford it? It's intended use is street. Not bothered about long term effect's as I blew my warrantee 2 weeks after I got the car and started to add bits Fully aware of benefits and drawback and money, hey, no pockets in shrouds are there?? I was looking for feedback from someone that has experience, prefrably on a MCS, of N2O. But thanks for your reply Kurt, thank's for the ponters and tips and the fact my post had my looking for Nitrogen Dioxide I was, however, aware NoS is a brand name owned by Holley. Regards Wot Midlife crisis???

Oct 16th, 2003, 07:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
jlm MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: ny,ny Local Time: 09:05 PM Posts: 1,083 Offline	talk to minime s. john

Oct 16th, 2003, 07:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
DinkaDonka MINI 2 OLD BOY Join Date: May 2002 Location: Bishop Auckland Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 727 Offline	Midlife i know you said MCS but i know of a guy who ran a 100shot on his Cooper made by wizards of "nos" , he used the kit approx 4-5 times a week for over 10k miles with no problems unitl he blew some of the internals , cant pin point the problem , sorry so i dont "think" this will be a problem to you! Cheers Paul GT3 RS Ariel Atom 300 E92 M3

Oct 20th, 2003, 03:39 PM	#7 (permalink)
giantmidget MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jul 2003 Local Time: 06:05 PM Posts: 52 Offline	If you get the n20, i want to do an article about your car on my web site www.teammini.net if you dont mind. Check out the TeamMINI car club! www.teammini.net

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midlife mini A Rich Womans Plaything Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the beach Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 1,225 Offline	Dunkin, Midlife's Rule Number 4a: There is no such thing as too much fun. Wot Midlife crisis???

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midlife mini A Rich Womans Plaything Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the beach Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 1,225 Offline	Nitrous Oxide I am considering adding some "increased entertainment value" to my car in the form of a N2O kit and was wondering does anyone else have one fitted? If so could you advise how long you've had it fitted, how often it is used, how you have the jetting set and finally how the drive train has coped with it. Thanks. Wot Midlife crisis??? Last edited by midlife mini : Oct 16th, 2003 at 07:08 PM.

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Oct 16th, 2003, 01:28 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bob's MCS MINI2 Regular Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: North Carolina Local Time: 10:05 PM Posts: 61 Offline	Are you using this for on the track racing/dragging or are you using this on the street? The #1 thing to remember about Nitrous is that with extended use it will have long term negative effects on the engine. Whether or not that bothers you all depends on how long you plan to keep your car or whether or not replacing an engine is a problem for you. Nitrous can give you an edge in drag racing (not as effective in other types of racing), but that advantage comes with a price. The question is can you afford it?

Oct 20th, 2003, 01:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
Electrc109 DRIVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ormond by the Sea FL Local Time: 10:05 PM Posts: 696 Offline	a 100 shot of nitrous will definately scramble the engine internals. I'm thinking of doing a a 50 shot and a 35 shot in a couple more thousand miles.

Oct 20th, 2003, 04:16 PM	#8 (permalink)
minimaster MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: SoCal Local Time: 06:05 PM Posts: 174 Offline	I would suggest that if you decide to do this, that you look into the ONLY Nitrous system DESIGNED for the MINI. The M7-Venom Kit. I've been in their MCS and It's a BLAST. M7 is sponsoring a 13 second MINI on the east coast... Pushing it to 12 or even 11 seconds. It's been designed to protect you and your engine. PLUS VENOM has been a leader in Racing Technology like this. If I had an MCS I'd bolt one of these kits in for sure. You can usually contact Peter Horvath/M7 via email - m7speed@earthlink.net GOOD LUCK!

Oct 20th, 2003, 04:38 PM	#9 (permalink)
duncanbanana Yeah...I know !!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: North West Local Time: 03:05 AM Posts: 1,231 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by midlife mini I am considering adding some "increased entertainment value" to my car in the form of a N2O kit and was wondering does anyone else have one fitted? If so could you advise how long you've had it fitted, how often it is used, how you have the jetting set and finally how the drive train has coped with it. Thanks. You mean your car isnt fun enough now???

Oct 20th, 2003, 05:24 PM	#11 (permalink)
duncanbanana Yeah...I know !!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: North West Local Time: 03:05 AM Posts: 1,231 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by midlife mini Dunkin, Midlife's Rule Number 4a: There is no such thing as too much fun. Very true !!

Oct 21st, 2003, 06:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
stu D MINI2 Regular Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: London Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 212 Offline	If you buy from Highpower systems in Doncaster, they'll insure your engine for damage caused by Nitrous..... ....but where's the fun in that!!!! Do it yourself!!!!

Oct 21st, 2003, 06:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
minimaster MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: SoCal Local Time: 06:05 PM Posts: 174 Offline	Why would anyone consider something not produced and spec'd to the MINI?

Oct 21st, 2003, 08:20 PM	#14 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 09:05 PM Posts: 3,358 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minimaster Why would anyone consider something not produced and spec'd to the MINI? Because your options are limited. Even you said 'the only choice' What's the point of only having one option? If you don't care about warranty, there's nothing stopping you from working with another skilled and experienced company to make an upgrade. If its not designed for the MINI doesn't mean it can't be modified for the MINI. Especially important in places where the Tritec engine is in other cars around. Find someone who has tuned one of those, and they can help you with your MINI and you may have a better system for less. Its all about choice. (If you're willing to accept the risk) Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Oct 21st, 2003, 08:27 PM	#15 (permalink)
minimaster MINI2 Regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: SoCal Local Time: 06:05 PM Posts: 174 Offline	I believe MiniMania will be offering the kit. Yes, but installing another kit, tuning it to spec and testing it, could and/or will cost more than something that's been PROVEN to work. Risk is the Key Word Turning the Key is always a risk...

Oct 21st, 2003, 08:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
stryder Sponsor/Moderator/Other Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland Local Time: 09:05 PM Posts: 3,358 Offline	The fact that something costs more isn't generally a deal killer for people interesting in tuning their cars. Especially if it has the potential to offer better performance But yes, it is all about risk. Magic 8-ball was correct. All be in awe of Magic 8 ball.

Oct 22nd, 2003, 12:18 AM	#17 (permalink)
Electrc109 DRIVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ormond by the Sea FL Local Time: 10:05 PM Posts: 696 Offline	If it wasn't risky, how could it possibly be all that much fun in the first place?

Oct 22nd, 2003, 12:57 AM	#18 (permalink)
pzaxis MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Long Beach, CA Local Time: 02:05 AM Posts: 87 Offline	from.....M7 Greetings..... Yes Nitrous is a blast...no it's unbeliveable giving you so much power for such a small amount of green ( $ ) the best bang for the buck Etc. With that said there's only one system that will give you peace of mind and power in the same package and that's the M7-Venom nitrous system, computer controlled preventing running a lean condition and the display will show rich/lean conditions for total control. Sure there's other good systems out there but none of them will give the same security and computer control as our system. The other very cool thing is that we can now offer 410cc injectors that will fit in the standard injector position with no custom bracket, this will allow you too push more juice have more horsies on tap with safety to boot. peter horvath 562-712-3270 Red MCS, Cobra Technology seats,Carbon bottle fire fighter system(not NOS). Stack Gauge panel. Supertrapp exhaust system and more to come(rollcage,headers,Etc.)Mini rules Long Beach

Oct 22nd, 2003, 07:41 AM	#19 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 03:05 AM Posts: 40,778 Offline	Have you guys (M7) considered sponsoring MINI2, you must realise your market is here?

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