Engine Drivetrain 1st Gen Cooper S Most liked posts in thread: RMW Custom Tune Party in Austin, TX, Oct 15/16

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  1. futuremini

    futuremini New Member

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    #42 futuremini, Sep 29, 2010
    I have the AP and the Dimsport both and will bring both of them with me for the tune day. :D
     
  2. Wadodude

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    #43 Wadodude, Sep 30, 2010
    Two more weeks to go! WOoHOo~:D
     
  3. mini_racer

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    #44 mini_racer, Sep 30, 2010
    Excellent, thanks I want to check them out for sure.

    Yes, it is getting closer!:Thumbsup:
     
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    #45 cheezeit, Oct 1, 2010
    Will this tune get rid of the pop/burble/?
     
  5. mini_racer

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    #46 mini_racer, Oct 1, 2010
    I believe you just need to tell Jan to leave it a tad to rich to retain the pop/burble.
    To get the most though get rid of the resonator.
     
  6. Davidoyo

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    #47 Davidoyo, Oct 1, 2010
    I can't wait to finally get the pop and burble :smilewinkgrin:
     
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    #48 cheezeit, Oct 1, 2010
    I was actually looking to quiet some of it down. i like the pop and burble but the loud cracks are often too tin-eee. i removed the center resonator off my jcw, love the sound mostly, but would be better without the tin sound.
     
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    #49 Davidoyo, Oct 1, 2010
    That's why I am getting a custom 2.5 inch exhaust installed before the tune :cornut:. I like the sound my stock exhaust with the resonator and 2nd cat deleted makes, but sometimes it is a little too raspy/tinny and I also want it to be louder sometimes.
     
  9. mini_racer

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    #50 mini_racer, Oct 6, 2010
    2.5" is a good size for likely up to 300whp, I have the stock JCW 2.25" catback on my car and Jan sez it is limiting flow and only good for up to ~210whp.

    In general the larger the diameter the deeper the tone, but if you go too large for your engine output then you can start to actually lose TQ at lower rpm.

    Anyway, looking forward to seeing your 2.5" exhaust at the tune.
     
  10. mini_racer

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    #51 mini_racer, Oct 6, 2010
    Also, as we are getting close I want to remind everyone to make sure they have a car that is ready for the tune. Take care of ALL routine maintenance, and focus on those items listed in the OP.

    Not a bad idea to do the Seafoam treatment. The cleaner your fuel system the better.
     
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    #52 Wadodude, Oct 8, 2010
    seafoam treatment

    I did the seafoam treatment today to the PCV, and I plan to do the oil change pretty soon, but before that should I put the seafoam to crankcase and gas tank? I know it will thin out oil, but I plan on the oil change anyways. And I got Castrol Syntrec 5w30 NOT the Royal Purple...(saved $20) is that okay? Also the autozone did not have the drain plug seal... dealership supply only?? :confused5: Do I need any special kit or tools to remove the oil filter?

    Also planning on doing the k&n air filter cleaning tomorrow... am I forgetting any other maintenance? coolant flush and brake fluid flush isn't necessary before tune right? :crazy:
     
  12. mini_racer

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    #53 mini_racer, Oct 8, 2010
    BMW recommends a brake fluid flush every 2 years for street use, and I think every 4yrs for the engine coolant. For the tune, make sure the coolant is at the proper level in the overflow cannister.
     
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    #54 Wadodude, Oct 8, 2010
    return trip

    After the tune is complete, is it recommended or wise to rest the engine/SC before starting on the 4 hour drive back to Dallas? How much stress is put on the car from all that dynoing?? Nothing harmful I hope.. :frown2:

    I am thinking about arriving on Friday in the afternoon in order to:

    1. possibly install bigger injectors
    2. install new spark plugs
    3. check the belt condition/replace belt if necessary
    4. quickly run through the pretune checklist again

    I am hoping that I will get some help with tools and install

    note: my 04 R53 has 30k miles
     
  14. mini_racer

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    #55 mini_racer, Oct 9, 2010
    There is no need to rest the engine after the tune. On the hwy, your engine is cool and happy @ 194F, if you want to stress it, let it sit at idle and watch the coolant temps sit in the 220-230F range.

    Sure, come by on Friday afternoon there will be tools and know-how available to help you.
     
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    #56 Wadodude, Oct 9, 2010
    arrival time..

    actually I won't be coming in on Friday afternoon anymore..:rolleyes:
    I will arrive on Saturday morning sometime..
     
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    #57 Wadodude, Oct 11, 2010
    9916 Hwy 290W
    Austin, Texas 78736

    Is this the address of the shop where the tune is taking place?
     
  17. mini_racer

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    #58 mini_racer, Oct 11, 2010
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    9916 Hwy 290W
    Austin Texas 78736 USA

    Yep, that's the place. The shop is on the North side of 290W. The dyno bay faces 290w and just be on the lookout for some MINIs.
     
  18. Metalman

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    #59 Metalman, Oct 12, 2010
    Hey, mini-racer.....
    How about posting some video and pic's of the "event"?:cornut:
     
  19. mini_racer

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    #60 mini_racer, Oct 12, 2010
    Sure, I will post some pics and video of the fun. We will almost have a mini DIY event with the tune given the amount of spark plug, belt, and injector changes that will be happening.
     
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    #61 Wadodude, Oct 12, 2010
    I tried to do oil change today for 04 mcs, but 36mm socket was too "long" and didn't fit over the oil filter. Where did u suppose I should get mine? I checked Autozone, Oreilly's, Harbor Freights, NAPA.. I tried 1 7/16 but I didn't find a 3/4'' driver with little space needed.
    Any ideas?
     
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