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  1. mini_racer

    mini_racer Well-Known Member

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    While I like the idea of not drilling holes in the bumper cover, I can't help but think that locating the supports in the lower grill would provide little structural value.

    Regardless, it does look cool.
     
  2. goaljnky

    goaljnky New Member

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    I believe that has been addressed with some reinforcement strips behind the grill.
     
  3. track-toy

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    We have tested this on the track and this installation will provide the least damage in the event of an "off." Our splitter is extemely strong with its lightweight composite material vs carbon fiber that we don't feel that it's worth damaging your car with mounting it to the structure.

    We have found in testing that we can get the downforce we need and here's what happens if we have an "incident." Just like in F1, we can replace a simple component. In our case, it's the $60 grille rather than the front of the car.
     
  4. track-toy

    track-toy MINI of the Month

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    We upgraded the turnbuckles and are making the splitter removeable and re-installable. Each operation should be achievable in 20 minutes or less.

    Oh, I forgot. More news to come on the diffuser. Maybe I can confirm after the upcoming Holiday!
     
  5. Dave.0

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    :lol: Ok the Holiday is over we need more updates. :lol:
     
  6. Newbs49

    Newbs49 New Member

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    What a pain in the arsssssssssssssssssssss :arf: :crazy: :cryin:

    Give them a break.They just got back from MINI Meet East in OHIO.:rolleyes:

    had to let you have it Dave!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :smilewinkgrin: :Thumbsup:
     
  7. Dave.0

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    I did not know they where at that event in Ohio.....

    Thanks for the beat down old buddy old pal. :Thumbsup::lol::eek:ut:

    Here is something I know you want to do to your GP. :smilewinkgrin::popcorn: :rolleyes:

    I have been doing a little modding myself.

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  8. putterfarm

    putterfarm New Member

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    You said you were going to give me those seats :arf::crazy::devil:

    really like'em :cool::beer

    Mark
     
  9. GP Steve

    GP Steve New Member

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    Mmmmmm seats goooood!!!:Thumbsup:
     
  10. KittyMini

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    Dave, they look sweet...... did you add the heat?????
     
  11. Dave.0

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    Nope, I did not add the heat but I will later in the fall.

    Plus I dont need it now since it is going up to 101 today. :frown2::mad5::beer
     
  12. KittyMini

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    LOL- true :rolleyes:
     
  13. Dave.0

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  14. Eric@Helix

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    OOooooh. Sexy. Must bring to me for a viewing.:arf:
     
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    I can't stand it any longer. How about some spy shots of those three new wings?

    Jim
     
  16. JSart

    JSart New Member

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    Ops, no new spy shoots from the spy.
    But we did put our heads together to discuss prefabrication plans. (And, yes I did stay at a Holiday Inn a few nights ago. Hope that makes me a little smarter) We should have early prototypes soon so we can check production requirements. I still have some ideas I need to work on for design and easy of production.
    Joel
     
  17. cct1

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    How's the battery box friendly exhaust coming along?:smile5:
     
  18. putterfarm

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    Right now we are in, I hope, final development and testing. Testing is going well and we are having no clearance problems at all :Thumbsup:.
    I can tell you this, the stock MINI test driver can't believe the amount of power he now has :crazy:

    Mark
     
  19. Newbs49

    Newbs49 New Member

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    Nice seats. Look good for old beat down MITSU seats. :prrr:

    Only kidding. Nice job by the way. :Thumbsup:
    Really look good in your car . CONGRATS
     
  20. Ladyvalea

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    #115 Ladyvalea, Jul 8, 2010
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    will I be getting the upgraded splitter? and more news on the diffuser? is there a change in design? :D :crazy: