MINI2

Viper1 · Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:26 PM

Ok, I know this topic has been done to death but I'm new here and could do with some advce. Should I get the JCW kit fitted to my cooper S (already fitted with the airfilter) or should I be happy with what I have. Can't make my mind up you see. I'm going for a test drive next Wednesday but it seems some people are saying there is not much difference and some are saying there is a vast difference. Please help me decide. Will the kit increase the fun factor?

Mike Edwards · Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:54 PM

Errmmm...

If you know the topic has been done to death, why start another thread?

All the previous threads - many of which have only been posted in the last few months (including one started by me) - should be able to answer you question?

Viper1 · Mar 4th, 2005, 02:23 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Mike Edwards

Errmmm...

If you know the topic has been done to death, why start another thread?

All the previous threads - many of which have only been posted in the last few months (including one started by me) - should be able to answer you question?

Ermmmmm... because the threads I looked at didn't really give me an answer.

Tone · Mar 4th, 2005, 02:49 PM

Ermmmmmm..just, Ermmmmmm, really...
[wink]

AidenL · Mar 4th, 2005, 02:58 PM

There is no answer..............its all down to personal choice............

Rick38 · Mar 5th, 2005, 05:45 AM

My experience is that the engine is a lot smoother in pick up due to the modified cylinder head. Next to that being able to accelerate in roughly 800mtrs from 80 to 200kph is an experience which is ok.

Tone · Mar 5th, 2005, 08:40 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Rick38

My experience is that the engine is a lot smoother in pick up due to the modified cylinder head. Next to that being able to accelerate in roughly 800mtrs from 80 to 200kph is an experience which is ok.

What's that in old money?

cooper_s_flyer · Mar 6th, 2005, 09:00 PM

...here: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=86257

It is an entirely biased opinion... as I am enthralled by the total 210 BHP performance kit.

As I have said before, IMHO, JCW rules !!!

Boo · Mar 7th, 2005, 03:05 AM

If you have the money there is no choice but to get the JCW Kit IMHO.
It will give you the extra power and allow you to keep your factory warrany, plus there is always the John Cooper Heritage part if you are into that history stuff (i am).
This link proves that the JCW is no slouch and can mix it for speed with all the other kits and comes down to the driver.
http://www.ross-tech.net/andy/mini/d...artermile.html
On the track, it has been my experience that the JCW stays cooler for longer, on the whole, than the other kits but will still heat up to unacceptable levels if driven long enough, hard enough...
Personnally i am happy i went the JCW track as i am planning on keeping the car forever and want it to be authentic in the years to come. Am planning to add JCW seats and other bits when i can afford them.
If you are just going to get the car and enjoy it to the fullest with power and handling and are not concerned with things such as re-sale (not that JCW will be that much better except in trade-ins) or warranty, then go for the awesome kits and parts that are available from the aftermarket manufacturers.
Also, one thing we have to think of in Australia if we race our MINI's in Tarmac Rallies and Targa's is, if it is not available to be ordered from the manufacturer installed when you buy the car new, you can't use it....and there needs to be 1500 made... hence we can only use JCW kits... kinda stupid but there you go!!!!
Otherwise i would have my second mini (when i get it) stocked with aftermarket bits till it was breathing fire and eating ricers for breakfast

Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:26 PM	#1
Viper1 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 52 Offline	The Works Ok, I know this topic has been done to death but I'm new here and could do with some advce. Should I get the JCW kit fitted to my cooper S (already fitted with the airfilter) or should I be happy with what I have. Can't make my mind up you see. I'm going for a test drive next Wednesday but it seems some people are saying there is not much difference and some are saying there is a vast difference. Please help me decide. Will the kit increase the fun factor?

Mar 4th, 2005, 02:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
Tone MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dorset, U.K. Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 5,795 Offline	Ermmmmmm..just, Ermmmmmm, really... [wink] "I get by with a little help from my friends"

Mar 4th, 2005, 02:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
AidenL Nice TTs......... Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: On The Coast........ Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 42,151 Offline	There is no answer..............its all down to personal choice............ *Global Moderator*

Mar 5th, 2005, 05:45 AM	#6 (permalink)
Rick38 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2003 Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 37 Offline	Works My experience is that the engine is a lot smoother in pick up due to the modified cylinder head. Next to that being able to accelerate in roughly 800mtrs from 80 to 200kph is an experience which is ok.

Mar 5th, 2005, 08:40 AM	#7 (permalink)
Tone MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Dorset, U.K. Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 5,795 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Rick38 My experience is that the engine is a lot smoother in pick up due to the modified cylinder head. Next to that being able to accelerate in roughly 800mtrs from 80 to 200kph is an experience which is ok. What's that in old money? "I get by with a little help from my friends"

MINI2

Fuel for your MINI obsession

Discussions concerning MINIs with John Cooper Works or Works GP Tuning Kits

Today
Sponsors	Sponsored Links Registered members do not see Google Ads posts, they can also post messages, pictures, and classified adverts. Register your free account today and become a member of MINI2 - MINI Forum

Mar 3rd, 2005, 05:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
Mike Edwards MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Herefordshire Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 795 Offline	Errmmm... If you know the topic has been done to death, why start another thread? All the previous threads - many of which have only been posted in the last few months (including one started by me) - should be able to answer you question?

Mar 4th, 2005, 02:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
Viper1 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Local Time: 12:46 AM Posts: 52 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Mike Edwards Errmmm... If you know the topic has been done to death, why start another thread? All the previous threads - many of which have only been posted in the last few months (including one started by me) - should be able to answer you question? Ermmmmm... because the threads I looked at didn't really give me an answer.

Mar 6th, 2005, 09:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
cooper_s_flyer Carpe Diem Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas Local Time: 06:46 PM Posts: 333 Offline	My answer is... ...here: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=86257 It is an entirely biased opinion... as I am enthralled by the total 210 BHP performance kit. As I have said before, IMHO, JCW rules !!! *It is not how fast you go, but how* you go.**

Mar 7th, 2005, 03:05 AM	#9 (permalink)
Boo Sponsor and Widget Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Nth Beaches, Sydney Local Time: 09:46 AM Posts: 1,752 Offline	If you have the money there is no choice but to get the JCW Kit IMHO. It will give you the extra power and allow you to keep your factory warrany, plus there is always the John Cooper Heritage part if you are into that history stuff (i am). This link proves that the JCW is no slouch and can mix it for speed with all the other kits and comes down to the driver. http://www.ross-tech.net/andy/mini/d...artermile.html On the track, it has been my experience that the JCW stays cooler for longer, on the whole, than the other kits but will still heat up to unacceptable levels if driven long enough, hard enough... Personnally i am happy i went the JCW track as i am planning on keeping the car forever and want it to be authentic in the years to come. Am planning to add JCW seats and other bits when i can afford them. If you are just going to get the car and enjoy it to the fullest with power and handling and are not concerned with things such as re-sale (not that JCW will be that much better except in trade-ins) or warranty, then go for the awesome kits and parts that are available from the aftermarket manufacturers. Also, one thing we have to think of in Australia if we race our MINI's in Tarmac Rallies and Targa's is, if it is not available to be ordered from the manufacturer installed when you buy the car new, you can't use it....and there needs to be 1500 made... hence we can only use JCW kits... kinda stupid but there you go!!!! Otherwise i would have my second mini (when i get it) stocked with aftermarket bits till it was breathing fire and eating ricers for breakfast The original SWORKS

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Cooper S Convertible, Works and Works GP snapped at a racetrack today!	Paul	John Cooper Works & GP	28	Jun 21st, 2006 01:09 AM
Works S Software on Non Works S!	brett	MINI Cooper S	0	Nov 6th, 2005 11:27 AM
New or used / S or works	jako	MINI Cooper S	6	Aug 16th, 2005 03:36 PM
Which route should i go? Works Cooper or Cooper + Works?!?! help me plzzz!	chughes163	John Cooper Works & GP	3	Aug 17th, 2004 05:14 PM
Works	sengy	John Cooper Works & GP	3	Jun 23rd, 2002 10:21 AM