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Looks like fun! 
Graham (G4FUJ)
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'09 Gen2 MINI Cooper ragtop
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Looks like a lot of fun. Enjoy and please keep us posted.
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So what have you asked v8 developments to do with the engine as far as power is concerned , same or more bhp , change induction , fueling ?
Geneva 2016 plus 8' The Green Godess' 4 side exits .
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Quite a lot! Stroked to 4.6, top hat liners, pocketed pistons, stage 3 ("Monster") head porting with larger valves, fast road cam, intake manifold ported, intake trumpets shortened and widened, throttle body ported, lightened and balanced flywheel, heavy duty clutch. I have already upgraded the injectors to Bosch ones and have the Tornado ECU re-map.
Aiming for around 290-300bhp. I've spent quite a bit, but luckily with my own workshop, I don't have to pay any labour charges!
If you compare it with a 3.7L roadster, I think it looks really really good value for money...and will sound better!
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left the suspension part to improve ( i guess it's in your plan) and you will have a road beast.
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For now, it will have to do with new Shockers, Panhard Rod and anti tramp bars. I don't want to go down the full Class A front and rear wishbones!
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... but certainly, welcome any advice as to further suitable "fast road" modifications (I have already upped my life cover!)
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Please keep posting that is one big project.
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After driving my dad's 2014 +4, (and thoroughly enjoyed the ease and lightness of driving it) I have decided to fit the Mulfab steering bearing, new front springs, steering damper, track rod ends, inner steering arm bushes and whilst at it, new hard chrome KPs and bushes.... so now MORE parts to wait for! *** Must also comment on the detailed email reply from Peter at Mulfab... that I received within a few hours...on a bank holiday too! Great Service***
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