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[400bhpmini]

I really want to bosst my mini cooper but i dont really know where to start from.....performance exhaust and pipercross? What would you people do??

[400bhpmini]

i really want to boost.....sorry

[LuckyRVA]

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Originally posted by 400bhpmini
i really want to boost.....sorry

Boost as in turbo boost, or boost as in boost hp?

[400bhpmini]

boost as in change parts. I dont want a full kit modification but like, change the exhaust for bhp gain, change the chip or air filter.
Also i would like to know what difference does a pipercross make to the mini?

Thanx for ur help!!

[LMB]

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Originally posted by 400bhpmini
I really want to bosst my mini cooper

You don't say, 400BHP? You don't want much.

[slegorreta]

I installed a K&N direct induction filter and an Inferno direct flow exhaust. I really wouldn't know how much horsepower I gained, but I suspect that at least a couple.

In my opinion, this modifications are simple and not expensive. You can install your stock filter box back anytime and you can solder your stock muffler in a couple of minutes.

The end-result is great. The sound from the engine (which welcomes you everytime you open the gas) is way coooool and the exhaust note is enough to have ANY pedestrian and fellow driver notice you by...

I am considering the idea of buying the Superchips modified ECU program, but at US$800 in Mexico, I doub't I'll do it before buying a new set of 17" wheels!

Now if you are really looking for 400hp-like acceleration with your Mini, I would suggest stripping off all of the Mini's metal body parts and driving it downhill in San Francisco at full throttle (be sure to install a big-brake kit before you try it)

Cheers!!

[Bilbo Baggins]

Use the web. Do your research. There are a whole lot of items for sale that do not do as they claim. Look for independent tests that confirm or deny the claims of the manufacturer.
Remember, MINI/BMW has spent a whole lot of time and money to develope the car as a complete package. Some low-budget exhaust or filter company isn't necessarily going to improve the performance. Be suspect of anyone claiming large, 10% - 15%, increases for simple inexpensive changes.

There are several post on here that show significant decreases from what would be considered normal hop-up modifications. In spite of the delicious sound they produce. I guess it depends on whether you want to go faster or just think you are going faster.