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  1. ScottinBend

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    #8 ScottinBend, Jun 23, 2011
    Here is a sight that will have live video.....

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  2. Justa Jim

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    #2 Justa Jim, Jun 22, 2011
    Nathan and I called that one. :Thumbsup:

    If the car wins, or is even in the top five pre-orders will be through the roof before it can be released. What a smart move.

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    #3 Steve, Jun 22, 2011
    Still trying to find a way to watch some of this or at least follow it nearly live from the US. Looks like there will be coverage at RadioLeMans.com. Could be worth checking in there occasionally...anyone ever used it?
     
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    #4 Motoring Magic, Jun 22, 2011
    I want one!

    I already know how to change a timing set and a high pressure fuel pump in the N14, so what could be bad about this racer!! I love it!
     
  5. Nathan

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    #5 Nathan, Jun 23, 2011
    Some more notes courtesy of MotoringFile

     
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    #6 Nathan, Jun 23, 2011
    Technical data.

    [TABLE="head]|MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance
    Engine|Tuned version of series-produced MINI John Cooper Works engine with adapted engine management. Four-cylinder in-line engine (front/transverse-mounted) with twin-scroll turbocharger and petrol direct injection. Racing exhaust system.
    Displacement|1,598 cc
    Output|Approx. 184 kW / approx. 250 hp
    Max. Torque|Approx. 330 Nm (incl. Overboost)
    Top Speed|> 240 km/h
    Power Transfer|Front-wheel drive, sequential six-speed gearbox with electronic differential lock
    Suspension|Independent race suspension (KW Suspension) with adjustable compression and rebound, adjustable front strut brace
    Tires|Racing tyres (Dunlop) / slicks: 215/45 R17, wets: 205/620 R17, 17-inch racing rims (Borbet)
    Body|John Cooper Works Aerodynamics Package, adjustable rear wing, rear diffuser acc. to regulations, pneumatic jack
    Safety|MINI Challenge braking system with Race ABS, race-tuned DSC, welded-in roll cage, six-point safety belt, racing seat (Recaro) with HANS system, main switch concept with electronically controlled fire extinguishing equipment
    Interior|Racing steering wheel (Sparco), Drive Data Display with shift display
    Weight|965 kg
    Wheelbase|2,467 mm
    Tank Capacity|100 liters



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    #9 Eric@Helix, Jun 24, 2011
    On the video, look at the negative camber in the front (like at the 1:35 mark). I'm going to guess that turn-in isn't a problem with those cars.:biggrin5:
     
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    #10 Steve, Jun 24, 2011
    [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJOl3h_WWE0]YouTube - MINI JCW Endurance at the 24 Hours of Nurburgring (Practice)[/ame]
     
  10. Justa Jim

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    #11 Justa Jim, Jun 24, 2011
    Did you all notice the jackets at the very end with the lion head on the back? We have a WRC racing shirt, so perhaps an M/A "Coupe" racing jacket next. :Thumbsup:

    Jim
     
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