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Atticus :: 2003 MINI Cooper R50 (2016-01-18 20:35:20)

I'm new to the whole forum but I modified my mini (r50 06 Mini Cooper hardtop base model) with Exsaust system Air intake V jet performance...

So I pull the Justa into the garage to do an oil and filter change. I followed the usual procedure with no problems. Drain plug came out okay,...

What size of socket do I need to remove/replace the large nut on the drive shafts? Planning on replacing the front wheel bearings on the Justa...

This may seem like an "off the wall" question, but can the bolts holding the inner ball joint to the sub-frame be installed upside down? On...

I have the chance to test a R53 JCW ECU, key, BC1, EWS etc on my R50. The ECU part numbers are different but would this set up work?

Does anyone have a preference for the type of spark plug they use? I have OEM NGK BKR6EQUP in the Justa right now, and would like to know if...

Hey guys! I recently upgraded my wheels, leaving me with two stock wheels from my high-mileage 2002 Cooper. They're 16" wheels (4x100) and...

Hello all! I needed to replace the driver seat in my mini and ended up buying the complete set of used seats because I liked the two-tone look....

Does anyone have any thoughts/opinions/experience on fitting a Magnaflow exhaust to an R50? I have the opportunity to buy one a good price, but...

I'm willing to to take one for the team, since my budget is tight and nobody seems to have first hand experience. 2 year warranty, and limited...

Seeing as I can use any parts from Mini can a S intake be modified to use the R50 throttle body without the super charger? would there be an...

I have a couple of questions about replacing the front wheel bearings. 1, Is it best to replace both sides at the same time, or just the side...

So I don't have all the details yet but will have the car at my house this weekend to really dig in (helping a coworker). Here is what I do know...

Does anyone have a good way of separating the inner ball joint from the control arm, without destroying the rubber boot or ball joint? I just...

How do I unplug the electrical connector for the pre cat O2 sensor? Black plug on the drivers side.

I'm soon going to have replace the brakes on my R50. Anyone have any recommendations? Keep in mind that this car is my daily driver, and will...

Just looking for a stock R50 exhaust anyone got one laying around they want to get rid of (cheap)?

I replaced my Cooper's thermostat, thermostat gasket and thermostat housing today on my MINI (R50) and I just loaded a How-To article in the...

Hello All! New to the forum. I am replacing the crank pulley/vibration damper on my R50. I was going to use my pulley puller and I noticed the...