Comments for Mini Cooper Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com Mini Cooper DIY Modifications and News Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:38:52 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 Comment on Mini Cooper Strut Springs Or Lowering Spring Installation by DECIUS ETIENNE http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-strut-springs-or-lowering-spring-installation/comment-page-1/#comment-89 DECIUS ETIENNE Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:38:52 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=493#comment-89 THIS IS A GREAT INFO PACKAGE THANK YOU MUCH. THIS IS A GREAT INFO PACKAGE THANK YOU MUCH.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-88 MC Speed Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:30:21 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-88 Ouch not cool at all! Sorry to hear about that! Ouch not cool at all! Sorry to hear about that!

]]> Comment on How-To Remove Carbon Buildup Mini Cooper Seafoam Treatment R55/R56 by kent kooistra http://www.minicooperspeed.com/how-to-seafoam-treatment-r55r56-mini-cooper/comment-page-1/#comment-87 kent kooistra Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:48:43 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=392#comment-87 My 2007 mini Cooper was missing in cylinder three so I tried the seafoam it worked thanks for the heads up I appreciate it My 2007 mini Cooper was missing in cylinder three so I tried the seafoam it worked

thanks for the heads up I appreciate it

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Dave Zink http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-86 Dave Zink Sat, 21 Aug 2010 04:44:05 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-86 From two post ago. I sent my cooper s to the dealer and they told me that the exhaust cam sprocket bolt came out and killed the motor. $6800.00 78K? Crazy. Dave From two post ago.

I sent my cooper s to the dealer and they told me that the exhaust cam sprocket bolt came out and killed the motor. $6800.00 78K? Crazy.

Dave

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Dave http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-85 Dave Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:47:22 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-85 From one post ago I have sent the car to Ferman Mini hoping that a fuel pump is bad with it. I got a letter in this week stating that the warranty on the fuel pump has been extended to 120k. This letter acknowledges that this could result in a lack of power which has happened to me on many occasions. The motor also needs to be topped off with oil every 2k!!! I would bet that all these problems have been caused by a LEAN MIXTURE! That would mean that this car has been running 50k on lean mix and has caused major damage to the motor. A recall is a must. Mini is trying to bypass the situation to keep from a major motor recall and extreme damage to resale values and customer satisfaction ratings. There is no excuse for these issues at 78k! Dave From one post ago

I have sent the car to Ferman Mini hoping that a fuel pump is bad with it. I got a letter in this week stating that the warranty on the fuel pump has been extended to 120k. This letter acknowledges that this could result in a lack of power which has happened to me on many occasions. The motor also needs to be topped off with oil every 2k!!! I would bet that all these problems have been caused by a LEAN MIXTURE! That would mean that this car has been running 50k on lean mix and has caused major damage to the motor. A recall is a must. Mini is trying to bypass the situation to keep from a major motor recall and extreme damage to resale values and customer satisfaction ratings. There is no excuse for these issues at 78k!

Dave

]]> Comment on How to Remove Mini Cooper S Bumper, Bumper Carrier, and the Modular Front End by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/how-to-remove-mini-cooper-s-bumper-bumper-carrier-and-the-modular-front-end/comment-page-1/#comment-84 MC Speed Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:19:22 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=833#comment-84 No not yet. However if you would like to write one up we would love to host it! No not yet. However if you would like to write one up we would love to host it!

]]> Comment on How to Remove Mini Cooper S Bumper, Bumper Carrier, and the Modular Front End by steve edmonds http://www.minicooperspeed.com/how-to-remove-mini-cooper-s-bumper-bumper-carrier-and-the-modular-front-end/comment-page-1/#comment-83 steve edmonds Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:38:05 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=833#comment-83 ta mate very hepful have you done one how to remove the thermostat many thanks ta mate very hepful have you done one how to remove the thermostat many thanks

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-82 MC Speed Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:08:29 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-82 Dave, It is almost impossible to diagnose this from what you have described. Has your car made the noise that was in the videos? The missfire could possibly be a carbon buildup in the engine. The mini groups have also pointed out that this maybe another serious issue that is starting to come up. You could attempt to clean the carbon out using this method. http://www.minicooperspeed.com/how-to-seafoam-treatment-r55r56-mini-cooper/ Dave,

It is almost impossible to diagnose this from what you have described. Has your car made the noise that was in the videos? The missfire could possibly be a carbon buildup in the engine. The mini groups have also pointed out that this maybe another serious issue that is starting to come up. You could attempt to clean the carbon out using this method.

http://www.minicooperspeed.com/how-to-seafoam-treatment-r55r56-mini-cooper/

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Dave Zink http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-81 Dave Zink Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:45:02 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-81 Hello My 07 Mini Cooper S has stopped running with 79k on the motor. It has had issues for quite a while and a missfire problem as well. Have the timing chains skipped a tooth? I'm glad that I'm not the only disgruntled Mini owner. I HATE THIS CAR!!!!! Dave Hello

My 07 Mini Cooper S has stopped running with 79k on the motor. It has had issues for quite a while and a missfire problem as well. Have the timing chains skipped a tooth? I’m glad that I’m not the only disgruntled Mini owner. I HATE THIS CAR!!!!!

Dave

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper DIY R56 Cooper S Oil Change by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-diy-r56-cooper-s-oil-change/comment-page-1/#comment-80 MC Speed Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:43:54 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=120#comment-80 I personally use the Mini Brand oil. It is usually cheaper than the rest of them. Surprise surprise! I personally use the Mini Brand oil. It is usually cheaper than the rest of them. Surprise surprise!

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper DIY R56 Cooper S Oil Change by tan http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-diy-r56-cooper-s-oil-change/comment-page-1/#comment-79 tan Fri, 16 Jul 2010 01:19:16 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=120#comment-79 What brand of engine oil do you recommend for the mini cooper s 2007??? thanks What brand of engine oil do you recommend for the mini cooper s 2007??? thanks

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Lowering Removing Sub-Frame R50-R53 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-loweringing-sub-frame-r50-r53remov/comment-page-1/#comment-78 MC Speed Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:01:48 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=377#comment-78 Thank Werkin Mini. They where the ones who posted this great how-to. Im glad it helped out! http://www.werkinmini.com/ Thank Werkin Mini. They where the ones who posted this great how-to. Im glad it helped out!
http://www.werkinmini.com/

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Lowering Removing Sub-Frame R50-R53 by Danny http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-loweringing-sub-frame-r50-r53remov/comment-page-1/#comment-77 Danny Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:09:15 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=377#comment-77 Thanks! This was so helpful to get our Mini back on the road after some front end damage from an accident! You ROCK!!! Thanks! This was so helpful to get our Mini back on the road after some front end damage from an accident! You ROCK!!!

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-76 MC Speed Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:25:04 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-76 Jaime, I would highly suggest contacting Mini directly for this problem. The dealers have been screwing the people out of the warranty period. They should resolve it due to it being a known issue. If not please let us know and we will attempt to help out also. Jaime,

I would highly suggest contacting Mini directly for this problem. The dealers have been screwing the people out of the warranty period. They should resolve it due to it being a known issue. If not please let us know and we will attempt to help out also.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Strut Springs Or Lowering Spring Installation by Mike J http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-strut-springs-or-lowering-spring-installation/comment-page-1/#comment-75 Mike J Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:03:32 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=493#comment-75 Thanks a ton for this how to process with photos. I was able to change my rear struts out but ran into an issue with the fronts. While trying to get the pinch bolt off of the left front, the head snapped off! I had sprayed it with a solvent the day before and again prior to trying to take it off. I did not hit it with anything, just applied pressure. I'm so bummed. I'm hoping the mechanic can get it out. Grrrrrrr.... Thanks a ton for this how to process with photos. I was able to change my rear struts out but ran into an issue with the fronts. While trying to get the pinch bolt off of the left front, the head snapped off! I had sprayed it with a solvent the day before and again prior to trying to take it off. I did not hit it with anything, just applied pressure. I’m so bummed. I’m hoping the mechanic can get it out. Grrrrrrr….

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Jaime http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-74 Jaime Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:13:09 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-74 07 Cooper S. 50,200 told me the to first have them change the pulley then if it wasn't resolved to do the timing service at a song of $1600. Well the pulley didn't fix it and they say i'm gonna have to pay. Not very happy about this. MINI needs to do something! 07 Cooper S. 50,200 told me the to first have them change the pulley then if it wasn’t resolved to do the timing service at a song of $1600. Well the pulley didn’t fix it and they say i’m gonna have to pay. Not very happy about this. MINI needs to do something!

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-72 MC Speed Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:18:40 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-72 Ouch Jim! I would have fought that one left and right. With so many people having the same problem! This is why I think they need to do a recall or a bring it in if it happens free repair. Ouch Jim! I would have fought that one left and right. With so many people having the same problem! This is why I think they need to do a recall or a bring it in if it happens free repair.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Jim H http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-70 Jim H Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:48:42 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-70 2007 Mini S 51666 miles. Had Chain Tenioner and slide rail replaced at my expense. Dealer acted surprised at problem. 2007 Mini S 51666 miles. Had Chain Tenioner and slide rail replaced
at my expense. Dealer acted surprised at problem.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Tony K http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-67 Tony K Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:31:18 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-67 44.7k miles. Engine rattling, Timing chain problem, finally blew a spark plug. Inside 50k warranty. Dealer staed that it was a known problem and that the repair kit as updated parts. No charge. 44.7k miles. Engine rattling, Timing chain problem, finally blew a spark plug.

Inside 50k warranty. Dealer staed that it was a known problem and that the repair kit as updated parts. No charge.

]]> Comment on Top Gears The “Stig” Spotted on Google Maps by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/top-gears-the-stiggoogle-maps/comment-page-1/#comment-64 MC Speed Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:25:01 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=611#comment-64 Im guessing cardboard cutout as well. But you just never know ;). Im guessing cardboard cutout as well. But you just never know ;) .

]]> Comment on Top Gears The “Stig” Spotted on Google Maps by Randy http://www.minicooperspeed.com/top-gears-the-stiggoogle-maps/comment-page-1/#comment-60 Randy Fri, 28 May 2010 19:28:31 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=611#comment-60 Hmmm, this doesn't look like BBC HQ, so I have my doubts (as much as I love the Stig). I've also heard that the Stig doesn't like candid photos. And that he needs his helmet for life-support. Cardboard cutout perhaps? Hmmm, this doesn’t look like BBC HQ, so I have my doubts (as much as I love the Stig). I’ve also heard that the Stig doesn’t like candid photos. And that he needs his helmet for life-support. Cardboard cutout perhaps?

]]> Comment on How to Adjust Mini Cooper Front Camber by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-frontcamber-adjustment/comment-page-1/#comment-57 MC Speed Wed, 26 May 2010 21:21:22 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=619#comment-57 Thanks for piping in K-huevo. I wasnt positive on the total - camber. Thanks for piping in K-huevo. I wasnt positive on the total – camber.

]]> Comment on How to Adjust Mini Cooper Front Camber by k-huevo http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-frontcamber-adjustment/comment-page-1/#comment-56 k-huevo Wed, 26 May 2010 17:59:48 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=619#comment-56 On stock springs, about -.9 after stud removal. I do not recommend slotting the tower. Inexpensive IE fixed camber plates will provide - 1.8 degrees camber up front on 1.25 inch drop springs. With the stud removed and any setting less than -2 degrees, there is adequate clearance for stock and/or MegaMINI spec 127 springs. The neat thing about R56 strut support adjustability is it carries over to a fixed camber plate too, so you can set them to -1.5 if that's what you desire. On stock springs, about -.9 after stud removal. I do not recommend slotting the tower. Inexpensive IE fixed camber plates will provide – 1.8 degrees camber up front on 1.25 inch drop springs. With the stud removed and any setting less than -2 degrees, there is adequate clearance for stock and/or MegaMINI spec 127 springs. The neat thing about R56 strut support adjustability is it carries over to a fixed camber plate too, so you can set them to -1.5 if that’s what you desire.

]]> Comment on How to Adjust Mini Cooper Front Camber by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-frontcamber-adjustment/comment-page-1/#comment-55 MC Speed Wed, 26 May 2010 17:05:39 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=619#comment-55 Its only about an extra .5 of negative camber if I remember right. My alignment was almost dead on from factory after this mod. However I did have them put a more aggressive street/track alignment done while I was in the shop. I dont personally suggest cutting up the holes to get more camber. Camber plates are cheap enough for this car to do it right. Its only about an extra .5 of negative camber if I remember right. My alignment was almost dead on from factory after this mod. However I did have them put a more aggressive street/track alignment done while I was in the shop. I dont personally suggest cutting up the holes to get more camber. Camber plates are cheap enough for this car to do it right.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Strut Springs Or Lowering Spring Installation by DIY Fitting lowering springs - Page 5 - Mini Torque http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-strut-springs-or-lowering-spring-installation/comment-page-1/#comment-54 DIY Fitting lowering springs - Page 5 - Mini Torque Mon, 24 May 2010 20:17:10 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=493#comment-54 [...] done it Its just searching through all the sections to find which part im actually after. Mini Cooper Strut Springs Or Lowering Spring Installation Got this guide as well so think i'm all set when my torque wrench arrives. __________________ [...] [...] done it Its just searching through all the sections to find which part im actually after. Mini Cooper Strut Springs Or Lowering Spring Installation Got this guide as well so think i'm all set when my torque wrench arrives. __________________ [...]

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Hollie http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-53 Hollie Tue, 18 May 2010 23:08:38 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-53 Same engine knock problem.. same exact noise. Tried to start up the car again, and it wouldn't restart- had it towed to Mini. They say the timing chain jumped, took out the valves- engine shot. Now, they are saying that even though I had the car fully maintenanced 2 weeks ago and no problems whatso ever, that because at 25000-30000 miles (even though the service indicator didn't indicate service needed at that time) I didn't maintenance the vehicle for a "level 1 preventative maintenance" that its my negligence and they've voided the warranty. No help from Mini Corporate (called 3 times) and the dealership refusing to cover under warranty. Same engine knock problem.. same exact noise. Tried to start up the car again, and it wouldn’t restart- had it towed to Mini. They say the timing chain jumped, took out the valves- engine shot. Now, they are saying that even though I had the car fully maintenanced 2 weeks ago and no problems whatso ever, that because at 25000-30000 miles (even though the service indicator didn’t indicate service needed at that time) I didn’t maintenance the vehicle for a “level 1 preventative maintenance” that its my negligence and they’ve voided the warranty. No help from Mini Corporate (called 3 times) and the dealership refusing to cover under warranty.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Ralph Brown http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-52 Ralph Brown Fri, 14 May 2010 02:55:12 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-52 2008 Cooper S with 17K miles. Dealer said chain was stretched and is in process of replacing chain and guides. 2008 Cooper S with 17K miles. Dealer said chain was stretched and is in process of replacing chain and guides.

]]> Comment on How to Adjust Mini Cooper Front Camber by Scott http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-frontcamber-adjustment/comment-page-1/#comment-51 Scott Thu, 13 May 2010 18:25:06 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=619#comment-51 After alignment, how much did you get? How close is the spring to the inner fender bulges? If one elongated the holes a tad, do you think -1.5 is possible? (We did that in the "old" days, then welded a washer on top to hold it fixed) After alignment, how much did you get?
How close is the spring to the inner fender bulges?
If one elongated the holes a tad, do you think -1.5 is possible?
(We did that in the “old” days, then welded a washer on top to hold it fixed)

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Scott http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-50 Scott Thu, 13 May 2010 18:20:51 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-50 Noticed it at about 9K. 2009 R56. Dealer fixed with no questions. Noticed it at about 9K. 2009 R56. Dealer fixed with no questions.

]]> Comment on How to Change Your Mini Cooper Spark Plugs Generation 1 by Change your Mini Cooper spark plugs http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-sparkplugs-gen1/comment-page-1/#comment-49 Change your Mini Cooper spark plugs Wed, 12 May 2010 12:25:00 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=726#comment-49 [...] on your Mini. Really thorough guide with step-by-step instructions. Why pay a garage to do it when this DIY guide gives you all the help you need? Start saving money [...] [...] on your Mini. Really thorough guide with step-by-step instructions. Why pay a garage to do it when this DIY guide gives you all the help you need? Start saving money [...]

]]> Comment on How to Change Your Mini Cooper Spark Plugs Generation 1 by Vista MINI http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-sparkplugs-gen1/comment-page-1/#comment-47 Vista MINI Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:50:21 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=726#comment-47 Great video- so helpful! Where did you gain all of your expertise? Great video- so helpful! Where did you gain all of your expertise?

]]> Comment on How to Change Your Mini Cooper Spark Plugs Generation 1 by Chris http://www.minicooperspeed.com/minicooper-sparkplugs-gen1/comment-page-1/#comment-46 Chris Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:58:48 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=726#comment-46 Great post! I'm looking to put together a list of links to useful information like this from my site <a href="http://www.usedminicooper.net" title="Used Mini Cooper" rel="nofollow">www.usedminicooper.net</a>. Thanks! Great post! I’m looking to put together a list of links to useful information like this from my site http://www.usedminicooper.net. Thanks!

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by David http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-45 David Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:35:46 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-45 I am in Australia, I have a 2007 R56 Cooper. I picked it up with 2500 km and it now has 60,000 km. The car has had the cold start problem since the day I picked it up. Its been to 2 dealers and I have had the car off the road for days at a time. Finally BMW rep has authorised the timing chain, belts and tensioners all be replaced! It seems to be a world wide issue that needs to be addressed. I am in Australia, I have a 2007 R56 Cooper. I picked it up with 2500 km and it now has 60,000 km. The car has had the cold start problem since the day I picked it up. Its been to 2 dealers and I have had the car off the road for days at a time. Finally BMW rep has authorised the timing chain, belts and tensioners all be replaced! It seems to be a world wide issue that needs to be addressed.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by MC Speed http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-44 MC Speed Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:00:21 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-44 Wayne, Its good to hear that your dealership has fixed your car. Keep an eye on it the fixes don't seem to be permanent. The problem in your case did not cause any internal engine damage. That issue has only been seen when the timing chain system completely fails. Eventually if they did not fix this issue with your car you could have seen complete engine failure and destruction. Wayne,

Its good to hear that your dealership has fixed your car. Keep an eye on it the fixes don’t seem to be permanent. The problem in your case did not cause any internal engine damage. That issue has only been seen when the timing chain system completely fails. Eventually if they did not fix this issue with your car you could have seen complete engine failure and destruction.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Wayne LoPrete http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-43 Wayne LoPrete Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:47:58 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-43 '08 MCS w/ JCW dealer package. Last winter the dealer told me it wqs "normal operation" and did nothing. Two weeks ago they replaced the timing chain along with 10 other parts (tensioners, guide rails etc.) at 9100 miles. This appears to be the fix, though the temperatures since the fix have been moderate: the rattle is most pronounced when the temps are in the 20's or below. I will monitor this, of course. Did the problem cause damage or premature wear to the engine?? ‘08 MCS w/ JCW dealer package. Last winter the dealer told me it wqs “normal operation” and did nothing. Two weeks ago they replaced the timing chain along with 10 other parts (tensioners, guide rails etc.) at 9100 miles.
This appears to be the fix, though the temperatures since the fix have been moderate: the rattle is most pronounced when the temps are in the 20’s or below. I will monitor this, of course.
Did the problem cause damage or premature wear to the engine??

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Tim Shackelford http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-42 Tim Shackelford Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:30:04 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-42 07' MCS, Identified, dealer stated I had to demonstrate. At about 36K I developed vacuum pump failure resulting in complete new head replacement. Dealer fixed cold start with addn of belt tensioner during the head replace. No issues since 07′ MCS, Identified, dealer stated I had to demonstrate. At about 36K I developed vacuum pump failure resulting in complete new head replacement. Dealer fixed cold start with addn of belt tensioner during the head replace. No issues since

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Ric Liang http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-41 Ric Liang Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:47:12 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-41 2008 MCS 07/08 build date. Issue immediately upon receipt of vehicle. 2008 MCS 07/08 build date. Issue immediately upon receipt of vehicle.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Mark McSwain http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-40 Mark McSwain Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:38:34 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-40 2008 Clubman S, 21K miles. While car was in for a different warranty issue, dealer said noise was normal. 2008 Clubman S, 21K miles. While car was in for a different warranty issue, dealer said noise was normal.

]]> Comment on Mini Cooper Cold Start Knocking Noise Issue 2007 2008 2009 2010 by Joseph Bejnarowicz http://www.minicooperspeed.com/mini-cooper-cold-start-knocking-noise-issue-2007/comment-page-1/#comment-39 Joseph Bejnarowicz Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:13:24 +0000 http://www.minicooperspeed.com/?p=689#comment-39 2007, S model, 30k miles, Bought the car used in Oct '09, dealer replaced the timimg chain tensioner brackets & chain without having to be asked and under warranty when car was in for oil change and other unrelated electrical service. 2007, S model, 30k miles, Bought the car used in Oct ‘09, dealer replaced the timimg chain tensioner brackets & chain without having to be asked and under warranty when car was in for oil change and other unrelated electrical service.

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