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Hi all, Simple problem turned into a tricky one: I have a 2002 R50 and I'm changing the rear calipers. BMW changed the calipers after a year or two, so my brake hoses don't fit my new calipers. So I'm buying new hoses to fit them. The problem is the new hoses are 10mm threads and the calipers...

Hi all, I have an r56 Cooper s with standard brake set up (not JCW) - both the discs and pads are due a change, so I wondered if anyone had any recommendations for an upgrade rather than just replacing them like for like? Might just go for the straight swap unless any of you have upgraded and...

Hey Guys, I am currently changing the Rear Brake Rotors on my 2003 Mini R53 and have come across a small issue. When I rattled the one torx bolt holding the Rotor onto the Wheel hub (I also changed the Hub) I noticed that when i give it a little shake it wobbles back and forth. Is this...

Hi. Mini R56 Base 2010. For several months now, my car seems to have ABS issues. When car comes to a stop, right before complete stop, I can hear ABS activating. Brake pedal seems to feel grindy all the time. Issue appears to get worse in the morning, when is cold outside or on a rainy day. No...

I have bought a 2007 Mini cooper D, the car brakes fine under normal conditions however, when I want to perform an emergency stop, brake hard, the car doesn't brake hard enough, it takes a longer time to stop than I would expect. No abs comes on and I'm unable to push the brake pedal harder, it...

Hey guys I've recently changed all the disks and pads in my mini including the wear sensor cable but trying to reset the service light it's still coming up with -1600, I've tried resetting through the ignition and the set/info but no luck. Does it need to be plugged in and cleared? Also I had a...

I’ve make and tested some prototype brake brackets that allow cheap(ish) Porsche 986 brembo callipers to fit the r53 with cheap(ish) GP discs. Tested today at goodwood with ferrodo pads and stopping power was awesome, no fade at all (unlike the stock cooper s brakes that faded within 2 laps)...

Hi all, I need a pair of rear calipers for my daughters 2002 Mini One 1.6. I dont really want to pay BMW prices, so does anyone have any experience or advice in buying unbranded calipers etc. All advice appreciated Thanks in advance LN.