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  1. grodenglaive

    grodenglaive New Member

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    #2 grodenglaive, Apr 13, 2012
    Never driven those tires, but 36-38 psi cold is a safe bet. Chalk your tires, if they roll over a lot add a couple more psi. Aside from that, if it's your first autox it won't really matter what you do with the shocks.
     
  2. MCS02

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    #3 MCS02, Apr 13, 2012
    Along time ago I use to autox a Fiat X1/9. But that was a life time ago. I have only autox my MINI a few times that was over a year ago, and I did not mess with the shocks.
    This is a BMW vs MINI event and I'm looking for any advantage I can get.

    I know the biggest problem is the loose nut behind the wheel. :arf:
    Thanks
     
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    #4 goaljnky, Apr 13, 2012
    Stiffen the rear up so the car rotates a little faster. Otherwise I'd make a run, or two and adjust from there.
     
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    #5 dr61, Apr 13, 2012
    front soft, rear firm on the shocks. Tire pressures to start: 40 front, 52 rear. Sometimes 40 front, 32 rear depending on tire characteristics, but usually the higher rear will allow more rotation. Try both, but do at least 3 runs each before changing.
     
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    #6 MCS02, Apr 13, 2012
    Thanks for the help. I'll try not to shame the MINI name