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    Engine Drivetrain 1st Gen Cooper S Simple question: How much torque on Plugs

    Hmmm....... I've had really good luck with mine. Like them better than the NGK's. Jim Oh! And to stay on topic, 20-22 Ft-Lbs for me, too.
    Post by: jimz68, Jan 4, 2011 in forum: Tuning and Performance
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    Engine Drivetrain 1st Gen Cooper S Feedback requested - Supercharger Rebuilder

    I was waiting for Way to chime in here as I think he has had "issues' with more than one of these units. Because of that, I went with these guys:...
    Post by: jimz68, Jan 4, 2011 in forum: Tuning and Performance
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    1st Gen 100K+ Compression Test Results

    Yes. It had sat just long enough to get the GRS IC off and the plugs out. Jim
    Post by: jimz68, Oct 14, 2010 in forum: 1st Generation: 2002–06 R50, R53 & 2004–08 R52
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    1st Gen 100K+ Compression Test Results

    Turned over 209,000 miles last week on my 04MCS, and decided to do a compression test. #1 143 Lbs #2 140 Lbs #3 133 Lbs #4 143 Lbs...
    Thread by: jimz68, Oct 13, 2010, 8 replies, in forum: 1st Generation: 2002–06 R50, R53 & 2004–08 R52
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    1st Gen R53 Cooper S H-Sport vs TSW Ride Comfort

    I found the ride better with the TSW springs. (on Koni Yellows) Much crisper handling,too. No more mushy feeling on turn-in. Jim
    Post by: jimz68, Mar 24, 2010 in forum: 1st Generation: 2002–06 R50, R53 & 2004–08 R52
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    Whats the story behind your online handle?

    jimz68 Jim is 6'8" (tall that is!) Me
    Post by: jimz68, Jun 12, 2009 in forum: General Chat
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    Suspension Brakes 1st Gen Sway Bar endlinks

    Well, now you have seen one break in half. And NO, they were not installed incorrectly. I won't go into the procedure since you probably already...
    Post by: jimz68, Jun 12, 2009 in forum: Tuning and Performance
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    Suspension Brakes 1st Gen Sway Bar endlinks

    All's I know is: Version 1 Alta FAILED Called Alta, they sent new ends. Version 2 FAILED That's when I started playing with the Aurora rod...
    Post by: jimz68, May 29, 2009 in forum: Tuning and Performance
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    minispeedrcr's racecar

    Yep, I'll be at Infineon. I actually get PAID to shoot this one! Go figure! Have fun at Thunderhill. Hope it's not as HOT as it was when I was up...
    Post by: jimz68, May 28, 2009 in forum: Racing MINIs
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    minispeedrcr's racecar

    Nice to see The Mule has a new and good home! Congrats! Too bad Jerry is selling his car. Wish I had the $$$$$ See you at the track! Jim
    Post by: jimz68, May 28, 2009 in forum: Racing MINIs
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    1st Gen 100K+ Just a little over 100K

    Took delivery 11/03 Now have 172,000 Still on original supercharger. (although I am looking for a core to send out for rebuild) 2nd P/S Pump...
    Post by: jimz68, May 28, 2009 in forum: 1st Generation: 2002–06 R50, R53 & 2004–08 R52
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    Suspension Brakes 1st Gen Sway Bar endlinks

    I say forget the Alta's also. [IMG] And this was after I replaced the Alta rod ends with Aurora rod ends. Replaced with TSW / Powergrid...
    Post by: jimz68, May 27, 2009 in forum: Tuning and Performance
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    The Obligatory How did you find Motoring Alliance Thread

    Linky on the Nuts and a note from Tuls on F'book. I feel all warm and cozy here....... Jim
    Post by: jimz68, May 19, 2009 in forum: Starting Line - New Member Introductions
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    Alternate product uses

    Yeah! Works great on those pesky dragonflies! :devil: Jim
    Post by: jimz68, May 19, 2009 in forum: Detailing