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  1. M.Bonanni

    M.Bonanni New Member

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    #3 Metalman, Oct 31, 2009
    Mushrooming Issues
    Does the R56 suffer from strut tower deformation as seen on some of the 1st generation MINI's, or was this resolved as part of the 2nd generation redesign? I have a 2009 JCW hardtop without the JCW sport suspension. With only 1300 miles on the meter and I'm wondering if I should invest in a set of STD's. I'm not interested in "eye candy" if it's not needed. I'm constantly aware of pot holes and have been able to avoid them. I don't plan to autox.......yet. It's more of daily driver that puts a smile on my face before and after work.

    Thanks in advance for any thoughts
     
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    #4 M.Bonanni, Oct 31, 2009
    I am not sure about the R56 having mushrooming issues still or not but this strut bar should help with that with its end plates if it is still an issue.
     
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    #5 Metalman, Oct 31, 2009
    Thanks!
     
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    #6 nelson.jones07, Nov 27, 2009
    Nice information, thanks for providing these pics and related information. They are really good and helpful also.