Very good advice.
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Oh, I TRULY understand the mod-bug. I'm very guilty of that myself. :cornut:
I highly advise you try an autocross or track day. Not only is it a blast to do, it makes you a better driver. There is an addage in racing, "Adjust the nut behind the wheel first."
Good luck and Happy Motoring.-
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Uhh yeah. Dangerous is the right word. Are you Autox'ing or open tracking? I'd advise against getting the car unstable if all you are doing is driving around on the street. I grew up in LA. The last thing you want is a twitchy car while in the wet on the 60 freeway when you hit a pot-hole. Or worse, your wife.
When the car comes loose when you lift off the throttle is called: Throttle-lift oversteer. It happens when you suddenly unload the rear suspension by snapping off the gas in a turn. In some racing instances it can be used to your advantage. On the street, it's just a dumb thing to do.
A stiffer rear sway-bar will "loosten" the rear but at the cost of grip. The above warning applies.
I don't say this to keep you from modding your car or having a "spirited" drive. However, from your post it sounds like you are doing this on the streets and with little concern for safety as a driver and without concern for other less experienced drivers that may be driving and unable to handle the vehicle in adverse conditions.
I suggest you look into the SoCal MINI Maniacs as they have a track-day coming up. Or look into getting to an autocross to learn more about how to handle your MINI. Good luck and be safe.
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