01 CL-s vs 09 Mini cooper turbo

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 05-20-2012, 12:15 AM
  #1  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
al79bu's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
01 CL-s vs 09 Mini cooper turbo

Had my first race today with my stock 01 cls,auto against my sons friends 09 turbo charged Mini cooper,as would be expected I killed the mini with no problem what so ever,I know that isnt much of an acomplishment,but it was still fun! We raced from a dead stop,& I got him off the line & pulled on him all the way through the shift to 3rd gear.I could really use some advice on what mods will give me the best bang for the buck,I plan on doing an exhaust,cold air intake,&possibly a tune.Any one want to help the new guy??
Old 05-20-2012, 01:07 AM
  #2  
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
 
civicdrivr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: VA
Age: 35
Posts: 35,935
Received 8,143 Likes on 4,810 Posts
Headers.

Depending on your location, Ive got a full 2.5" exhaust system (from the headers to mufflers) for sale.
The following users liked this post:
phee (05-25-2012)
Old 05-20-2012, 03:01 PM
  #3  
10th Gear
Thread Starter
 
al79bu's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I live in Florida,but we will be in Tenn. in mid October for vacation,in the Gattlinberg area,I might be interested if the price is right,only thing is I would have to have it shipped either way because we will be in a 2011 Camry! Dont think my wife would let me strap it to the roof. You seem to be the go-to guy on here,soany advice you could give mewould be appreciated.I can build and race small block chevy like no ones buissnes,but new to theAcura stuff! Let me know what you needfor the exhaust.BTW, have you heard of a power pro tuning module? It is suposed to give anextra 40hp,along with a couple more mpg,it installs into the MAF.
Old 05-20-2012, 08:13 PM
  #4  
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
 
civicdrivr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: VA
Age: 35
Posts: 35,935
Received 8,143 Likes on 4,810 Posts
Dont trust any of those plug in "tuning modules". They don't do anything.

Our ECUs are pretty good, so for typical bolt-ons, you wont need a tune.
Old 05-21-2012, 08:07 AM
  #5  
All motor
 
Sonnick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Long Island
Posts: 3,530
Received 532 Likes on 395 Posts
Originally Posted by civicdrivr
Headers.

Depending on your location, Ive got a full 2.5" exhaust system (from the headers to mufflers) for sale.
Does this mean what I think it means?
Old 05-21-2012, 03:00 PM
  #6  
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
 
civicdrivr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: VA
Age: 35
Posts: 35,935
Received 8,143 Likes on 4,810 Posts


Im not sure you think it means what it really means.....the 2.5" setup is my old setup, Ive had the 3" setup on the car since November.
The following users liked this post:
Sonnick (05-22-2012)
Old 05-22-2012, 12:56 PM
  #7  
All motor
 
Sonnick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Long Island
Posts: 3,530
Received 532 Likes on 395 Posts
Ah that's good news! I thought you were still debating. Good move.
Old 05-22-2012, 03:53 PM
  #8  
Whats up with RDX owners?
iTrader: (9)
 
civicdrivr's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: VA
Age: 35
Posts: 35,935
Received 8,143 Likes on 4,810 Posts
Nope, made the jump and feel a HUGE difference in power.

Havent dyno'd it since, unfortunately.
Old 05-24-2012, 11:08 PM
  #9  
Senior Moderator
 
DaInFaMMuS1's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Central FL...PSU Nittany Lion
Age: 39
Posts: 7,979
Received 79 Likes on 71 Posts
Originally Posted by al79bu
I live in Florida,but we will be in Tenn. in mid October for vacation,in the Gattlinberg area,I might be interested if the price is right,only thing is I would have to have it shipped either way because we will be in a 2011 Camry! Dont think my wife would let me strap it to the roof. You seem to be the go-to guy on here,soany advice you could give mewould be appreciated.I can build and race small block chevy like no ones buissnes,but new to theAcura stuff! Let me know what you needfor the exhaust.BTW, have you heard of a power pro tuning module? It is suposed to give anextra 40hp,along with a couple more mpg,it installs into the MAF.
What part of FL you live in?
Old 06-10-2012, 11:07 AM
  #10  
Instructor
 
Frainky's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Indiana
Age: 47
Posts: 195
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Get yourself some headers adds around 40 hp. Ive had my obx headers on my cls for six years and no problems. A third of the price of comptechs. Also a comptec cold air intake- CAI and that will add around 15. With those you should be able to beat some cars that you would think you wouldnt. Have fun. be safe
Old 06-12-2012, 06:13 PM
  #11  
Instructor
 
03CLSMT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2007
Age: 37
Posts: 233
Received 8 Likes on 8 Posts
best bang for your buck XS headers and a CAI 3-4"
Old 06-12-2012, 06:14 PM
  #12  
Instructor
 
03CLSMT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2007
Age: 37
Posts: 233
Received 8 Likes on 8 Posts
^its like driving a different car vs stock with those two mods.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Pham Alvan
2G CL (2001-2003)
35
05-18-2021 06:48 AM
mvidal6
ILX
12
11-14-2015 07:43 AM
detailersdomain
Wash & Wax
3
10-09-2015 10:13 PM
joflewbyu2
5G TLX (2015-2020)
139
10-08-2015 11:16 AM
RSpyder
Car Parts for Sale
5
09-30-2015 12:46 AM



Quick Reply: 01 CL-s vs 09 Mini cooper turbo



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:44 AM.