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My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 2:44am On Sep 09, 2016 |
As most of you know, I have an unpublished "bucket list" of cars and motorcycles that I work and operate out of. The last one, and that I still have, is my BMW R1200RT-P, ex law enforcement motorcycle. The current one is MINI Cooper S, quickly named "Kurupe" by my Wife This is going to be turned into an all out monster in time, but for now I'm picking the low hanging fruits due to current personal reasons. Pic #1,2 3 is the envisioned final look. Pic #4 is the actual car.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 2:51am On Sep 09, 2016 |
I'll be starting with a proper cold air intake. I trust K&N, they're local to me and I try to support local business. Pic #1 The goodies arrives Pic #2 Spark plugs, cold air intake and ignition coils. Pic #3 My bike looking all sad. I haven't ridden in over a month Pic #4 Well, let's get started.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 2:54am On Sep 09, 2016 |
Pic #1 Figuring out how it all goes together Pic #2 All done Pic #3 K&N, best in the industry, IMHO.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 3:00am On Sep 09, 2016 |
GFB blow off valve will arrive tomorrow and installed over the weekend. Note to folks, please notice how the engine or at least the forced induction system is the same on MINI, Citroen and Peugeot.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 3:02am On Sep 09, 2016 |
Next is suspension work. New lowering sports springs and shocks. New lightweight wheels with summer tires. Upgraded front swaybars Also featured on http://naijadrives.com/forums/topic/2007-mini-cooper-s-kurupe/ |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by laivwire(m): 3:24pm On Sep 09, 2016 |
following |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Kufie(m): 6:53pm On Sep 09, 2016 |
Go for look #3. The best IMO 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 9:57pm On Sep 09, 2016 |
Nice project! Locating ur air filter away from the main engine block always helps |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 11:47pm On Sep 09, 2016 |
xvbill: Dude, stop already This is K&N and not some cobbled together home kit. That space is the best location considering the cramped engine bay and is where the original filter was placed by BMW. That been said, I will be going to a sealed air filter box that uses ram air from the bonnet sccop. 2 Likes |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 5:52am On Sep 10, 2016 |
EgunMogaji: It arrived and ready to be installed 1 Like
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 7:06am On Sep 10, 2016 |
Yea u right. I was just suggesting, and of course that engine bay is small. 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 12:47pm On Sep 11, 2016 |
Arrived and installed, mostly by Wifey after I assembled it. It's a shame that the beauty of it is hidden into the engine block. Pic1 - Old unit. Pic2 - New shiny and stronger unit. Will hold up to 30 psi of boost. Pic3 - Used blue threadlock - I talked about this before. Pic4 - All buttoned up and out of sight. 1 Like
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 8:37am On Sep 13, 2016 |
EgunMogaji:What's the function pls? |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 8:50am On Sep 13, 2016 |
Also bro, I thought all K&N comes with reusable air filters, or are they bought separately now? |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 12:07pm On Sep 13, 2016 |
Bossforeva: Theoretically, at higher boost levels, it can reduce boost loss. I have noticed crisper throttle responses in higher gears, especially in sports mode. But this part is part of a cumulative effort. A foundation for when I eventually add a bigger turbo. |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 12:08pm On Sep 13, 2016 |
Bossforeva: This kit came complete with reusable filter. |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 12:11pm On Sep 13, 2016 |
One of my classic Minis 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 2:13pm On Sep 13, 2016 |
EgunMogaji:OK, that's great. I saw the Air Filter Pack, and thought it was bought separately. 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Eowriand389: 10:36pm On Sep 14, 2016 |
Hello every one, how are you? |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 6:15am On Sep 15, 2016 |
Decided to go with another BOV for now. I will store the GFB for after bigger turbo install.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 6:19pm On Sep 19, 2016 |
Some more stuff arrived.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by ivoryhouse(m): 8:40am On Sep 20, 2016 |
Nice one sir 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 5:37pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
I like the way this project is going. Really impressive. 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 8:36pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
Thanks guys. I'm shopping for a suspension coilover kit. This will make a striking difference. Oh and a JCW rear bumper.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 9:06pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
EgunMogaji:fixing cars and motobike, i would love to know how you acquired this repair skills sir? |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 10:39pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
IHate9ja1: Started back in Nigeria in the 80s when she was still good. Buy junked car or motorcycle and make it run again. #OwodeOninrin tinzs 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Kufie(m): 11:38pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
EgunMogaji: I hope you're gonna hook it up with a carbon fibre diffuser and the twin Cooper S pipes |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 11:52pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
Kufie: The kit looks like this.
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 11:58pm On Sep 20, 2016 |
But guys, have no doubt. The real deal is the Renault R5 Turbo. But e get as e be for this Buhari economy
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Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Kufie(m): 1:49am On Sep 21, 2016 |
EgunMogaji: Superb. I hope to start a project like this on my dad's W124 E230 when I get to Nigeria in a few weeks. Seen some lovely samples around Europe. 1 Like |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Nobody: 4:41pm On Sep 21, 2016 |
Kufie:sweet! oga Pls document d progress on nairaland so that we can follow you bumper to bumper. |
Re: My New Project - Kurupe by Kufie(m): 8:24pm On Sep 21, 2016 |
dumo1: Sure! I'll document here 1 Like 1 Share |
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