Top 5 Mini Cooper S Mods! Do Now!!! R56

Today I am going to be going over my Top 5 first modifications you should do if you own a R56 Mini Cooper S.

Bluetooth OBD 2 Reader + Fusion OBD App from app Stores

Ultra Gauge Reader

K&N Intake

AEM Intake

CTS Intake

Alta Intake

Front Mount Intercooler

R56 Coolant Reservoir Tank

[cocoloco]

I used to have an R56, most fun i ever had. Out here in cali we have beautiful canyon roads and i would be there for hours pushing the car to its limits and it held up really well. i do regret not having a temp gage as that is how i lost my car. thermostat did go bad and i did not notice till it was too late.

[its_voidyt]

how the hell does this guy have such little subscribers! such great content keep it up!!!

[bostonbikebits]

You can display water temp on an r56. There is a secret menu that you can go in to and selectt what parameters are displayed on he clock in front of the driver. It's a pain but it can be done and is highly recommended.

[mindtwister]

I’m glad that you also mentioned they make these for the n12 mini, I got it as my first car from my grandparents and people kinda dog on them a bit but knowing there’s things I can do to help it makes it seem not so bad

[cooper]

Great video, thanks. Definitely a gauge unit. I went with the multi gauge. Fuel Rail pressure is a must to have.

[michael]

Love the garage. Great tips. I agree on the gauges. I don't get why they didn't have more. The couch with the dog looks comfy!

[jb]

1) Low profile OBDII BT transmitter with On/Off button...keep it plugged in all the time. Press on when the car is on, then pair to phone w/app (e.g. Torque Pro). Turn off to avoid draining the battery when the car is off. A low profile transmitter (e.g. "XTRONS") will not hang far below the dash, where a typical transmitter can get bumped by your leg while driving.
2) Front strut mount reinforcement plates OR a front upper strut brace with mounting plates. The chassis metal where the struts mount can weaken and deform under extreme conditions (potholes, etc.)...this accessory helps to avoid that problem.
3) an after-market caste ALUMINUM valve cover (comes with gaskets, new hardware, and PCV). If installed properly (i.e. 90 inch pounds torque to bolts and torqued in the proper sequence + use of High temp RTV to the clean side gasket corners), then this valve cover neither leaks oil nor warps with engine heat, like the OEM factory plastic cover.
4) an after-market flexible stainless steel (braided) oil feed line to the turbo, to avoid inevitable oil leaks using the factory part. Replace the return line while doing the job.
5) At least one oil catch can for the clean side vacuum, from valve cover to turbo inlet. Install a dirty side catch can for N14.
6) after-market turbo blanket in lieu of ugly steel shroud. Will slightly improve turbo efficiency and looks better.
7) an aftermarket oil pan plug with magnetic (neodymium) tip. (M16x1.5)
8) an aftermarket intercooler (larger, more cooling capacity).

If installing the turbo's after-market oil feed line, consider doing the oil filter housing gaskets + oil cooler gaskets + turbo blanket...all at the same time. The prep to do one activity will greatly reduce the amount of labor to do each, if done separately. Youtube videos show how this can all be done with removal of the downpipe...avoiding the chore of putting the front of the car in full "maintenance mode". If changing the thermostat...do the waterpump and the idle pulley tensioner too...in parallel with a G48 coolant change. Again, to save labor time.

As always...change the oil & oil filter at twice the recommended frequency (5W-30 full syn); change every 5K miles (8K KM). Keep a spare quart or liter in the boot...checking oil level with the dipstick every other gas tank refill. Keep level at or above the mid point range on the dipstick range.

[Ksport]

Ronal R50 Aero (18") wheels look mint on the MINI. There is even an Anniversary Gold edition of that wheel, so even better. I think a single tip would look just fine and less cramped....long live toggle switches.

[precool]

Thanks so much brother! I've got an '07 MCS. I just rebuilt the head, so I'm in for the long haul. I'm going to downpipe it soon. I'm about to pull the back seats (bench, lol) and I'm thinking about cold air intake options. I definitely need to pull the stock hot pipe with the muffler thingy. I deleted the ridiculous noise maker already. It's so fun to drive! onward and upward.

[Ohma]

hey! stupid question but where did you get those carbon angry eye covers for the headlights? been looking forever for them

[georgepountneyboard]

What roof rack is that does it interfeir with the sun roof?

[NOKcalm]

Working on a clubby. Thank you for this video

[zulubuzz]

Can you please, put a link to that tablet like gauge you used?

[laynebrown]

What make of rear diffuser do you have and also the front splitter??

[EchoRabbit]

I'm surprised you didn't mention the catch can! That would be my first recommendation especially for N14s

[deanjules]

Bro, can you show how you hooked up the Tablet over your centre console please?

[etcsretired]

I have a 2009 Mini R55 that I just purchased. I like your roof rack as I have a double sunroof as well. What model of roof rack do you have installed on your ride. Which by the way is sweet.

[majames]

Gauges really helps! Once I got a thermostat malfunction and I read it from my temp gauge instantly so I replace it right on the next day!

[blkeclipse]

I upgraded to a 42 jmtc turbo and with a tune it still breaths well. I can only imagine without a cat on the front. stg 2 would be insane!

[djarsalan]

looks great - where is the body kit from?